changeadminIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm greetings to people across India and the world on the occasion of the 11th International Day of Yoga.
The Prime Minister led the Yoga Day celebrations and participated in a Yoga session at an event in Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
Speaking at the event, the Prime Minister said, “Yoga has become an integral part of the lifestyle of millions across the globe.” He highlighted the active involvement of youth from rural areas in the Yoga Olympiads, emphasizing that from iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House to the peak of Mount Everest and the vast expanse of the ocean, the consistent message is: “Yoga is for everyone and for all, Beyond Boundaries, Beyond Backgrounds, Beyond age or ability.”
Yoga for Nature
Speaking about this year’s International Day of Yoga theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”, Prime Minister said it conveys a fundamental truth: the well-being of all life on Earth is interconnected.
He explained that human health is tied to the quality of soil, the purity of water, the well-being of animals, and the nourishment we receive from plants.
He said yoga helps awaken us to this deep connection and guides us toward unity with the world. “Yoga teaches us we are not isolated individuals but integral parts of nature. Initially, we learn to care for our own health and wellness, but gradually, this care expands to our environment, society, and the planet. Yoga is a profound personal discipline that, at the same time, serves as a collective system – one that transitions individuals from Me to We,” he stated.
He continued by saying that “The spirit of ‘Me to We’ encapsulates the very soul of India,” and reflected on Indian values that encourage individuals to rise above personal interest and embrace the welfare of all.
Referring to the cultural ethos, he said that India teaches the value of “Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah” – the happiness and well-being of all is a sacred responsibility. This philosophy, he added, lays the foundation for service, selflessness, and harmony.
Yoga for Inner Peace
The Prime Minister expressed his concern about rising levels of stress, instability, and conflict across the world. He pointed to yoga as a solution, stating that “Yoga is the pause button humanity needs, to breathe, to balance, to become whole again.” He made a heartfelt appeal to the global community, proposing that “this Yoga Day mark the beginning of Yoga for Humanity 2.0, where Inner Peace becomes Global Policy.”
He emphasised the importance of making yoga more than just a personal routine—it should become a catalyst for global partnerships. Shri Modi called on all countries and societies to embed yoga into daily life and public policy, expressing his vision for a united effort to build a more peaceful, balanced, and sustainable planet. “Yoga should guide the world from conflict to cooperation, and from stress to solutions,” he concluded.
Raising awareness about the global challenge of obesity, the Prime Minister revisited his previous Mann Ki Baat address, where he had launched a campaign to reduce daily oil consumption by 10 per cent.
He renewed his appeal for people across India and the world to participate in this initiative.
Mr Modi underscored that reducing oil intake, avoiding harmful dietary habits, and integrating yoga into daily life are essential for better health.
In his closing remarks, the Prime Minister urged everyone to make yoga a jan andolan. He envisioned a global wave of peace, wellness, and harmony driven by the power of yoga. He encouraged individuals to begin each day with yoga for personal balance and encouraged societies to embrace yoga to alleviate collective stress.
Ending on a hopeful note, he affirmed: “Yoga should serve as a thread that weaves humanity together, Yoga for One Earth, One Health should become a global resolution.”
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