Vijayawada, Sept. 19 -- NTR District Collector Lakshmi Sha on Saturday flagged off an awareness rally organised by the AYUSH Department at the Vijayawada Collectorate, stressing the importance of Ayurveda and its role in promoting holistic health and a healthy lifestyle.

Speaking on the occasion, Lakshmi Sha said Ayurveda should not be viewed merely as a system of treatment used after a person falls ill, but as a holistic approach encompassing healthy living, lifestyle practices and the overall well-being of individuals and society.

"Ayurveda is not just a treatment taken when diseases occur. It is a holistic approach that focuses on everything from following a good lifestyle and maintaining health to providing a healthy life and enviro...