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Yoga therapy in Nazira

By SK Hasan |

Nazira is gearing up for an upcoming yoga amp in the town which would help the people bring health awareness. Organized by Ankuran Sangeet Vidalaya, the camp would take place from October 13 to 18 at the Nazira Bibah Bhavan where renowned Yoga therapist Nolin Nath is scheduled to participate.

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