Modi Urges Global Yoga Day Participation, Campaigns Grow

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged global participation in the 11th International Day of Yoga on June 21, emphasizing yoga's benefits for vibrant living and holistic well-being. He lauded Andhra Pradesh's YogAndhra Abhiyan campaign, which seeks to foster a strong yoga culture by building a pool of one million practitioners and organizing yoga sessions at 100 tourist destinations. Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav described yoga as 'free health insurance' that boosts immunity, reduces stress, and promotes global harmony, noting its widespread adoption in over 170 countries and integration into education. The government is marking a decade of Yoga Day with month-long initiatives and signature events, encouraging participation from youth, private sector, and international communities. Puducherry is being promoted as a global yoga and spiritual destination. The yoga movement is gaining momentum, uniting people of all ages and backgrounds as part of a healthier future.