Yoga has become world’s largest community celebration, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led International Yoga Day celebrations in Kolkata, emphasizing yoga's role in global unity and healthy ageing. He highlighted the practice as a tool for physical and mental well-being, noting its growth into a massive community event since its UN recognition in 2014.
Why it matters
Yoga has become a significant component of India's soft power and public health policy, with global participation reflecting its widespread cultural and wellness influence.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (June 21, 2026) said that yoga unites and brings everyone together and has become the world’s largest community celebration.
The article reports on a government-led event using standard journalistic framing, focusing on the PM's statements without overt editorializing.
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