Srinagar, June 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit Srinagar on June 21 to participate in the International Yoga Day event, official sources said on Wednesday. The PM is expected to lead the 10th International Yoga Day celebrations from the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), on the banks of Dal Lake, on June 21.
According to sources, several sportspersons from Jammu and Kashmir would also attend the event. The government has started making massive arrangements for Modi’s first trip to Kashmir after being sworn in for the third consecutive time as Prime Minister.
In the lead-up to the event, the Prime Minister on Tuesday urged everyone to make Yoga an integral part of their lives. He also emphasized that Yoga offers a sanctuary of calm, enabling individuals to navigate life’s challenges with composure and fortitude.
“In ten days from now, the world will mark the 10th International Day of Yoga, celebrating a timeless practice that celebrates oneness and harmony. Yoga has transcended cultural and geographical boundaries, uniting millions across the globe in the pursuit of holistic well-being,” Modi said in a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter) yesterday.
“As we approach this year’s Yoga Day, it is essential to reiterate our commitment to making Yoga an integral part of our lives and also encouraging others to make it a part of theirs. Yoga offers a sanctuary of calm, enabling us to navigate life’s challenges with calm and fortitude,” he added.
The International Yoga Day celebrations in Srinagar are expected to be a grand affair, with the Prime Minister himself leading the event and emphasizing the importance of Yoga for overall well-being. The event will also highlight the cultural and historical significance of Yoga, which has its roots in ancient Indian tradition.
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