International Yoga Day 2026: Yoga brings people together, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the 12th International Yoga Day celebrations in Kolkata, emphasizing yoga's role in physical and mental well-being. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and Delaware Governor Matthew Meyer also issued statements highlighting the practice's universal appeal and health benefits.
Why it matters
The event underscores the growing global soft power of Indian cultural practices and their integration into international health and wellness discourse.
Addressing the nation during participating in the 12th International Yoga Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said “Yoga helps us live in balanced manner, teaches us dos and don’ts.”
The article reports on official statements and events without editorializing, though it focuses heavily on the Prime Minister's quotes.
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