Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a letter dated June 13, 2024, to Gram Pradhans, extended his best wishes for the 10th International Yoga Day on June 21. He emphasized the importance of yoga and millets in promoting holistic health, preserving soil health, and combating climate change. PM Modi urged gram panchayat presidents to champion a people-led movement for holistic health by raising awareness about the benefits of yoga and millets.
“The initiative to organize yoga-based programs in Panchayat premises, schools, Anganwadis, Community Health Centres, and other community spaces will inspire people, especially the youth, to adopt a sustainable and stress-free lifestyle,” PM Modi said. He also extended his greetings and best wishes to all residents of Gram Panchayats for International Yoga Day, encouraging them to participate in this global event and embrace a healthier way of living.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the significance of the International Day of Yoga, celebrating its impact on the global community. As nations prepare for the 10th edition of International Yoga Day on June 21, 2024, PM Modi emphasized the positive changes yoga has brought to our lives. “The theme of this year’s International Day of Yoga, ‘Yoga for Self and Society,’ will further our efforts to build a healthy nation,” he wrote.
PM Modi underscored the essential roles of yoga and millets in promoting holistic health. “Yoga is a gift of our ancient culture that supports physical and mental wellness. The practice of yoga strengthens us both physically and mentally. Just as yoga is vital for the body and mind, superfoods like millets, known as Shree Anna, promote good health through nutrition. They also help preserve soil health and combat climate change. The increasing demand for millets boosts the income of our small farmers,” he noted.
PM Modi Urges Gram Pradhans to Lead Holistic Health Movement with Yoga and Millets for International Yoga Day
Reflecting on the United Nations’ recognition of Yoga, PM Modi recalled that on December 11, 2014, the UN proclaimed June 21 as the International Day of Yoga, following India’s proposal. This proposal, endorsed by a record 175 member states, was introduced by PM Modi during the opening of the 69th session of the General Assembly. He described yoga as “an invaluable gift from our ancient tradition” and emphasized that “yoga embodies the unity of mind and body, thought and action.” He further added that yoga is “a holistic approach valuable to our health and well-being,” and “not just about exercise; it is a way to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, the world, and nature.”
PM Modi encouraged gram panchayat presidents to make holistic health a people-led movement by spreading awareness about yoga and millets. “Organizing yoga-based programs in Panchayat premises, schools, Anganwadis, Community Health Centres, and other community spaces will inspire people, especially the youth, to adopt a sustainable and stress-free lifestyle,” he said. Extending his greetings, PM Modi wished everyone a happy International Day of Yoga and urged participation in this global event to embrace a healthier way of living.
