PM Modi

International Day of Yoga, the Prime Minister highlighted that this year marks the 11th occasion when the world has come together on 21st June to practice yoga collectively.

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Reflecting on the journey of Yoga over the past decade, PM Modi recalled the moment when India proposed the idea of International Yoga Day at the United Nations. “As many as 175 countries supported the proposal, a rare instance of such wide global unity. The support was not merely for a proposal but represented a collective effort by the world for the greater good of humanity. “Eleven years on, Yoga has become an integral part of the lifestyle of millions across the globe”, he added.

The Prime Minister expressed pride in seeing how Divyang individuals are reading yogic texts in Braille and how scientists are practicing yoga in space. He also noted enthusiastic participation of youth from rural areas in Yoga Olympiads.

PM Modi underscored that whether it is the steps of the Sydney Opera House, the summit of Mount Everest, or the vast expanse of the ocean, the message remains the same, “Yoga is for everyone and for all, beyond boundaries, beyond backgrounds, beyond age or ability.”

The Prime Minister expressed his delight at being in Visakhapatnam, describing it as a vibrant blend of natural beauty and modern progress.

The national event was joined by the Governor of Andhra Pradesh, Abdul Nazeer, and the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. Chandrababu Naidu Garu. Union Minister for Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu Garu.

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Ayush and MoS for Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State Dr. Chandrasekhar Pemmasani and others were also present.

Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah joined IDY celebrations in Ahmedabad and wrote on “X” that “Yoga brings unity among the mind, body and brain and has become an integral part of the daily routine of people all over the world.”