Visakhapatnam, June 21 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made a special appeal to the global community on the occasion of International Yoga Day, urging, “Let this Yoga Day mark the beginning of Yoga for Humanity 2.0, where Inner Peace becomes Global Policy.”
The Prime Minister emphasised that yoga should not remain merely a personal practice but should evolve into a medium for global partnerships. He called upon every nation and every society to integrate yoga into their lifestyle and public policy, highlighting yoga guides the world from conflict to cooperation and from stress to solutions.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the 11th International Day of Yoga event here on Saturday and took part in yoga performance.
Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister remarked that the essence of yoga is "to unite", and it is heartening to see how yoga has united the world. Reflecting on the journey of yoga over the past decade, Modi recalled the moment when India proposed the idea of International Yoga Day at the United Nations.
“Yoga is for everyone and for all – beyond boundaries, beyond backgrounds, beyond age or ability,” he stated. He also highlighted that yoga awakens all to this interconnectedness and guides people on a journey toward oneness with the world.
“The spirit of ‘Me to We’ encapsulates the very soul of India,” said Modi, remarking that when an individual rises above self-interest and begins to think about society at large, the welfare of all humanity becomes possible.
He referred to Indian culture, stating that it teaches the value of “Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah”—the welfare of all is one’s sacred duty, and this journey from ‘Me’ to ‘We’ forms the foundation of service, dedication, and coexistence.
The Prime Minister stated that it is this very thinking that fosters social harmony. Expressing concern over the growing stress, unrest, and instability in various parts of the world, Modi remarked that in such times, yoga offers a pathway to peace.
Highlighting India’s efforts to strengthen the science of yoga through modern research to support its global dissemination, the prime minister noted that the country’s leading medical institutions are actively engaged in yoga research, aiming to establish its scientific relevance within contemporary medical practices.
He underscored that India is promoting evidence-based therapy in the field of yoga through its medical and research institutions. PM Modi praised the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, for its exemplary contribution in this direction.
Citing AIIMS research findings, he stated that yoga has shown significant impact in the treatment of cardiac and neurological disorders, as well as in improving women’s health and mental well-being.
He expressed satisfaction that a Common Yoga Protocol has been developed to standardise practice. Underlining the efforts of the Yoga Certification Board, which has trained more than 6.5 lakh volunteers and recognised around 130 institutions, the Prime Minister also noted the inclusion of a 10-day yoga module in medical colleges as part of building a holistic wellness ecosystem.
The Prime Minister concluded by stating, “Yoga should serve as a thread that weaves humanity together. Yoga for One Earth, One Health should become a global resolution.” The Prime Minister participated in the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) session at the beachfront alongside nearly 5 lakh participants.
AP Governor Syed Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, and Union Cabinet Ministers K Rammohan Naidu, Jadhav Prataprao Ganpatrao, Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani and Bhupathi Raju Srinivasa Varma were present, among other dignitaries, at the event.
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