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Kolkata Hosts PM Modi for Historic 12th International Yoga Day
21 Jun
Summary
- Prime Minister Modi leads the main event in Kolkata on June 21.
- Celebrations span 23 states and Union Territories with national participation.
- 100 iconic ASI sites host yoga, linking heritage with tradition.
India is gearing up for the 12th International Day of Yoga on June 21, marking a significant celebration of health and tradition. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the primary event at Kolkata's historic Red Road, uniting the nation in practicing the Common Yoga Protocol.
Across the country, 23 states and Union Territories are organizing events, with participation encouraged at designated venues in the National Capital Region. The Ministry of Culture, through the Archaeological Survey of India, is amplifying the celebration by hosting sessions at 100 iconic historical sites.
These unique gatherings aim to highlight the profound connection between India's rich civilizational heritage and the ancient practice of yoga. Citizens are urged to join enthusiastically, embodying the spirit of public participation and spreading yoga's message of well-being globally.
