By The Sampadak Express
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in celebrating the 11th International Day of Yoga on the picturesque coastline of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. In his address, the Prime Minister emphasized yoga’s growing global relevance as a tool for peace, balance, and well-being in today’s world marked by stress and instability.
“Yoga is the pause button humanity needs to breathe, to balance, and to become whole again,” said PM Modi, calling upon the global community to mark this day as the beginning of Yoga for Humanity 2.0. He urged nations to elevate yoga from a personal wellness practice to a global movement for peace and cooperation, proposing that Inner Peace should become Global Policy.
Highlighting India’s efforts to blend tradition with modern science, PM Modi underlined the work of the country’s premier medical institutions in validating yoga’s effectiveness. He cited research by AIIMS, New Delhi, which shows yoga’s proven benefits in treating cardiac and neurological conditions, improving women’s health, and enhancing mental wellness. “India is championing evidence-based yoga therapy to support global health,” he added.
Reflecting on the global adoption of International Yoga Day, PM Modi recalled how 175 countries swiftly supported India’s 2014 proposal at the United Nations to declare June 21 as Yoga Day. “It wasn’t just a proposal it was a collective commitment of the world towards humanity’s well-being,” he said.
This year’s theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” underscores the unified global vision for a healthier, happier planet. PM Modi also lauded Andhra Pradesh’s unique Yogandhra Abhiyan initiative, launched under the leadership of Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan. With over two crore people participating, the campaign reflects the power of mass public involvement. “This spirit of participation is the foundation of a Viksit Bharat (Developed India),” he noted.
The main event in Visakhapatnam witnessed a massive turnout, with around 2.72 lakh participants. The celebrations featured a spectacular fly-past by the Eastern Naval Command and a 45-minute yoga session, making it one of the largest gatherings for Yoga Day in the country.
