Hyderabad: In one acre area in Indira Park, a Panchatatva walk (acupressure concept based walk) was being developed basing on five elements of nature (Panchabhutas) — Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Space.
The Panchatatva walk is a Circular track is developed using eight components to walk on the track. The eight components include 20mm stone, 10mm stone, river stone, 6mm chips, rough sand, tree bark, black soil and water. The walk will be done from very hard paining surface to a smooth and relaxing component by which the blood circulation in the body improves curing several ailments of the body. This also helps senior citizens as well as those who have knee joint pains and cannot walk for longer distances.
The panchatatva walk is combined with certain customized beliefs and certain Therapies. Hence, it will be named as Therapeutic Garden. Within the circle, the place is divided into nine segments and the plants corresponding to Navagrahas are planted. Further, around the track, the plants related to Zodiac signs are planted.
Apart from the four numbers of eight shaped tracks with fixed measurements and direction are also being developed which are known to be helpful in minimizing the diabetics. Overall in this area about 40 varieties of medicinal and herbal plants which are in regular use at the homestead are planted. Besides, a sculpture of Gowthama Buddha is placed in the centre and two water cascades to create pleasant sound are also being developed. Around the area seating areas are also provided. The work will be completed in full shape by second week of March 2020.
Minister MA & UD has also instructed to develop such “Panchatatva Walk Parks” in all Zones.
