There are several lectures and special programmes on, even as you read this, pointing to the immense benefits beyond the physical of this practise.

As we stand on the cusp of a swell in Coronavirus cases, physical exercise, deep breathing, discipline, peace of mind all contribute towards better immunity. Yet, yoga classes inside gyms, closed halls, centres but emphasise safety.

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Practitioners must bring their own mats or general mats on which to do yoga must be sanitised after every session and wiped clean. Though yoga is best done outdoors, it is held in closed rooms, sometimes even sacrilegiously air-conditioned. One has to see that if there are windows, these must be opened and ACs off to keep air circulating. While one cannot wear masks in practice, at least have them at hand for pre- and post-sessions. Doctors have repeatedly stressed that masks must be worn again in a hills ’n’ valleys COVID scenario. Do wash hands before and after sessions. The management must ensure classes are not impossibly crowded, restricting entry so that at least some distance is maintained between practitioners. We need to tweak our yoga practice in these times and a ‘cautionasana’ must rule.