DPTC constable wins third place at state-level yoga competition

In a testament to dedication beyond duty, Constable M Chalapathi from the District Police Training Centre (DPTC) Anantapur recently clinched third place in the highly competitive senior solo yogasana event at the state-level Yogandhra 2026 competition near Vijayawada. This achievement places a spotlight on the police force's commitment to wellness and comes as the broader Yogandhra 2026 initiative, a massive statewide yoga promotion, just earned international recognition from the World Book of Records, London, for its unprecedented public participation. Chalapathi's consistent pursuit of excellence in Yogasana isn't new; he previously secured second prize in state-level competitions last year, underscoring a deep personal passion for fitness that aligns with the DPTC's focus on comprehensive training. His success coincides with Yogandhra 2026 extraordinary reach, which saw over 1.07 crore participants across Andhra Pradesh, far exceeding its target, and culminated in Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and revered yoga guru Baba Ramdev presiding over International Yoga Day celebrations in Vijayawada on June 21. As the Andhra Pradesh government plans to establish permanent Yoga Mandirs, appoint dedicated yoga officers at district and mandal levels, and launch a new Yogandhra Portal, individual accomplishments like Chalapathi's are set to inspire even wider adoption. His win serves as a powerful reminder that the integration of yoga into daily life, championed by initiatives like Yogandhra 2026, is not just a policy goal but a lived reality for many, including those in demanding public service roles, setting a new benchmark for physical and mental well-being in the state.