On International Yoga Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a crowd in Kolkata’s iconic Red Road and hailed yoga as a force that not only ensures healthy ageing but also brings the world together, championing humanity.
“The theme ‘Yoga for healthy ageing’ must be seen as one for people of all ages, not just for the elderly. Yoga is not just essential for our lifestyle, it is also a necessity for a better future for the world,” PM Modi said in his 15-minute-long speech.
He also urged people not to limit yoga to a one-day celebration and encouraged them to practise it throughout the year.
“Let us take a pledge: we will not limit yoga to just one day. We will make yoga a part of our lives, part of our families, and we will make it a part of our coming generations,” PM Modi was heard saying.
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Published By:
Devika Bhattacharya
Published On:
Jun 21, 2026 07:06 IST
