Yoga has become world’s largest community celebration, says PM Modi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the 12th International Day of Yoga in Kolkata, describing yoga as a global community movement. He emphasized the practice's role in promoting healthy aging and mental well-being across all age groups.
Why it matters
The event underscores the Indian government's efforts to promote cultural soft power and public health initiatives on a global scale.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (June 21, 2026) said yoga has become the world s largest community celebration, bringing people together across countries and cultures.
The coverage focuses on the Prime Minister's messaging and initiatives, which is common in state-aligned or domestic-focused reporting.
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