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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi participates in 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations at Kolkata's Red Road

Prime Minister Modi leads Yoga Day celebrations in Kolkata.

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Samachar Pathshala Desk
21 Jun 2026 · 1 min
Prime Minister Modi at Yoga Day

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi participated in the national celebration of the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) at Kolkata, West Bengal, under the theme 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing'. He performed the Common Yoga Protocol with thousands of participants.

The event featured the presence of notable dignitaries, including the Governor of West Bengal and Union Ministers. PM Modi highlighted Yoga's unifying power and the significance of hosting the event in a state rich in spiritual heritage.

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The celebration reflects India's global cultural leadership and public health initiatives through the promotion of Yoga. It illustrates the government's efforts to integrate Yoga into lifestyle and health policies.

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