New Delhi: The first Yogasana World Sports Championship 2026 will begin in Ahmedabad on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, confirming his virtual participation in the event.
Modi said that yoga is gaining tremendous popularity all over the world.
“…on June 4, a very special competition, the 1st Yogasana World Sports Championship 2026, will begin in Ahmedabad. This platform has brought together yoga enthusiasts from all over the world. It is an important milestone in the global sports roadmap for Yogasana,” he said on the X microblog page.
Modi said he will join the event virtually at 6:40 pm on Thursday.
“My compliments to those who have organized such an innovative event and best wishes to all the participants,” he said.
“Yoga for healthy ageing” – the theme of the 12th International Day of Yoga to be observed on June 21, 2026 – reflects the growing global recognition of yoga as a holistic approach to promoting physical, mental and emotional well-being, according to a statement.
Rooted in the ancient wisdom of India and embraced across continents, yoga has emerged as a reliable path to a healthy and active lifestyle.
The theme highlights the transformative potential of yoga in fostering vitality, resilience and independence, while reinforcing its role as a cornerstone of preventive health care and holistic wellness, he said.
