Mangalore: Director of Patanjali Yoga Peeth in Haridwar and Bharath Swabhiman Yatra pilgrim Baba Ramdev known for his known for his Yoga Asanas Teaching Campus arrived in Mangalore from Sullia, and was greeted by chief organiser of a free Yoga camp on the morning of April 16 at the Central Nehru Maidan and his band of men to the port city on the April 15 evening.
A welcome rally was arranged at Pumpwell-Kankanady circle to Maladi’s house where Baba stayed overnight. Baba received traditional Hindu welcome from ladies and his followers at Maladi.
Ramdev, speaking to reporters, told that politicians were dishonest and corrupt in power, so India had to suffer intensely. He told that his anti-corruption campaign had made several politicians uncomfortable. Only the Lokpal can control such persons and a diseased bureaucracy that brought bad name to India. They should be punished severely by law, Baba insisted.
He wished a solar happy New Year to all, by unfurling a coconut flower in Tulu traditions. Explaining Yoga, he said it did not relate to Sanatana Hindu Dharma, but everybody’s body and mind clean and healthy. Mind was at peace with Yogabhyasa (practices). Mental stress evaporated and excessive thoughts vanished under proper Yoga postures. He asked his listeners to be motivated, alert and inspired to do pure deeds and eat less to keep fit.
He said human body was scared, it had represented the universe, and could have wisdom and visions within. It is modern world that created stresses and strains. Yoga steers clear of such tensions to work hard and in disciplined ways, with own confidence to achieve proper goals. He asked people to pray and keep others happy.
Ajit Kumar Rai Maladi presented flower garland, mementoes and shawl, while his family members honoured the Baba with a gracious welcome to their home.