IFS Prem Kumar promotes wellness through ‘Happy Hormones’ approach

At 59, Prem Kumar, a 1994-batch Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer, emits the energy of a man half his age. Lately appointed as Managing Director of Chhattisgarh Rajya Van Vikas Nigam Limited, he has held several high-responsibility roles that can simply drain even the toughest officers. So, IFS Prem Kumar discovered his own formula to stay stress-free, centered, and motivated, and that keeps his good cholesterol (HDL) elevated and bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides under control.

His secret? A unique mixture of Cold Bath Therapy, the Wim Hof Breathing Technique, and the ever-faithful companion—cycling. Stay tuned to know the officer’s secret to distress management — Cold Bath Therapy and the Wim Hof Breathing Technique. (Catch the full story in the December 2025 English and Hindi magazine editions!) WAPCOS downsizing contract employees. The WAPCOS Limited has decided to discontinue further extension of the engagement of contract employees.