PM Modi Live in Srinagar: 30 Minute Yoga started in Srinagar under the leadership of PM Modi
Addressing the nation on International Yoga Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the world is seeing yoga as an agent of global well-being. The Prime Minister was scheduled to address the nation on the banks of the Dal Lake on the occasion of the 10th International Yoga Day, but the event was shifted indoors due to incessant rain.
The Prime Minister is now doing yoga in 30-minute sessions. This year's theme, “Yoga for Self and Society”, emphasizes the important role of yoga in promoting individual well-being and social harmony.
Over the years, PM Modi has led Yoga Day celebrations at various iconic locations, including Delhi's Kartaviya Path, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Ranchi and Jabalpur. Last year, he led events at the UN headquarters in New York, which is expected to draw more attention to the Srinagar programme.
Here are live updates on International Yoga Day celebrations:
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Governor Anandiben Patel performed yoga at the Raj Bhavan on the occasion of the 10th International Yoga Day on Friday. “You are all welcome to this program of 10th International Yoga Day at Raj Bhavan. Yoga Day is being celebrated across the country today. I congratulate the people of the entire state on the program of 10th International Yoga Day. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the entire world is celebrating International Yoga Day, Yoga represents humanity.
As we celebrate the 10th International Day of Yoga, I urge everyone to make it a part of their daily lives. Yoga promotes strength, good health and fitness. It is great to be part of this year's event in Srinagar. https://t.co/oYonWze6QU
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 21, 2024
“Yoga Day is creating new records”: PM Modi
“In Srinagar we can feel the energy that we get from yoga. I wish the people of the country and yoga practitioners in every corner of the world a happy Yoga Day. International Yoga Day marks 10 years of history. The journey has been completed. In 2014, I proposed World Yoga Day at the United Nations and it was supported by 177 countries and since then Yoga Day has been making new records.
“The world sees yoga as a powerful agent of global well-being”: PM Modi
“The world is seeing yoga as a powerful agent of universal good. Yoga helps us live in the present moment. It connects us to ourselves and our deepest feelings. Yoga helps us realize that Our well-being is linked to the well-being of those around us. In today's world, yoga is a science, it is difficult to focus on yoga.
“Tourists from around the world are coming to India for authentic yoga”: PM Modi
He said, “World's leading institutes and universities are publishing research on yoga. Yoga is no longer limited. The world is witnessing the new economy of yoga. Tourists from all over the world are coming to India to learn authentic yoga.” And this is increasing yoga tourism,” he said. .
“The number of yoga practitioners is increasing worldwide”: PM Modi
“Last year, I led the celebration of Yoga Day in the US. The journey of yoga continues around the world. I am happy that today more than 100 institutions have been certified by the Yoga Board of the Ministry of AYUSH. The numbers are increasing,” he said
Prime Minister shared greetings on International Yoga Day.
PM Modi said, “I extend my greetings from Srinagar on World Yoga Day.”
Ahead of World Yoga Day, a large number of people join 'Solstice at Times Square' to celebrate yoga, “The day-long celebration of yoga, also known as 'Solstice at Times Square', featured seven yoga sessions. , which was attended by approximately 10,000 people of all nationalities, demonstrating the widespread enthusiasm for yoga in New York City and the United States, the Consulate General of India in New York said.
Yoga – a holistic approach to a fulfilling life is “India's gift to the world”. Nehruji recognized its merits and made it a part of national policy.
On International Yoga Day, let's celebrate India's ancient art and science of wellness and make it a part of our daily lives. pic.twitter.com/c4jsGU97Gs
— Congress (@INCIndia) June 21, 2024
