Madhya Pradesh Yoga Practitioner Dies in Heart Attack While Driving
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Synopsis
In a tragic event, Dr Pawan Singhal, a revered veterinary doctor and yoga enthusiast from Ashoknagar, Madhya Pradesh, passed away unexpectedly, likely due to a heart attack while driving to his yoga class. His commitment to health and fitness was widely recognized in the community.
Key Takeaways
- Dr Pawan Singhal was a respected veterinarian and yoga enthusiast.
- He tragically passed away while driving to his yoga class.
- Dr Singhal was known for his remarkable physical endurance.
- He completed notable runs over long distances, inspiring many.
- His death is a reminder of silent heart attacks affecting even the fittest individuals.
Bhopal, March 23 (NationPress) In a rather unfortunate incident, a veterinary physician named Dr Pawan Singhal, a well-known veterinarian and passionate yoga practitioner from Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, sadly lost his life on Sunday morning, likely due to a heart attack.
The tragedy unfolded while he was en route to Tulsi Sarovar Park for his regular yoga class. His vehicle abruptly halted close to the park, where he was found unconscious by his students, who were eagerly awaiting his arrival to lead the session. Despite their immediate attempts to take him to the district hospital, he was declared dead upon reaching.
Dr Singhal had gained significant recognition over the last six years for his commitment to fitness and yoga. His friend and neighbor, Hitendra Budhauliya, mentioned to IANS that Dr Singhal was a man of remarkable physical stamina.
He accomplished a stunning 100-kilometer run from Ashoknagar to Guna and back within 11 hours—a remarkable achievement that garnered admiration from the local community. Additionally, newspaper articles shared on his Facebook page revealed that he completed the same distance in 11 hours on February 6, 2023.
Furthermore, reports indicated that a year prior, he successfully traversed 70 kilometers in seven hours, motivating his followers to attempt distances ranging from 3 km to 90 km during the same event.
He had also performed 5100 Surya Namaskar—a demanding yoga exercise.
On the morning of his death, Dr Singhal arrived at the park around 4:45 a.m., following his daily routine of running 2 km before heading to the yoga class.
His students initially awaited his emergence from the vehicle but grew increasingly worried when he did not appear.
When they opened the car door, they found him unconscious. He was quickly taken to the district hospital, where an ECG confirmed his death.
The police station in charge from the Kotwali area police station informed IANS that it was deemed a natural death, thus no post-mortem was necessary.
Dr Singhal was a beloved figure in Ashoknagar, widely recognized as a “yoga Guru” for his decade-long dedication to promoting health and wellness through yoga and spiritual practices. His disciplined lifestyle, focus on healthy eating, and regular routines earned him the admiration of the local population.
A police official who knew Dr Singhal described him as a genuine advocate for health and vitality. Just a day before his passing, he had posted updates about yoga and yajna (also known as Hawan in Hinduism) sessions planned for Navdurga (Hindu Goddess Durga) on Facebook, reflecting his steadfast commitment to holistic well-being.
In response to the medical situation, Dr D.K. Bhargava, civil surgeon of District Hospital, Ashoknagar, stated to IANS, “Many individuals experience silent heart attacks. This means they have no visible symptoms such as chest pain; sudden cardiac spasms could also be a factor. It can occur even in someone who appears healthy and fit. This case exemplifies such a scenario, as he (the veterinarian) had no known history of heart issues, to my knowledge.”
