QuoteThis is an occasion to enhance family bonding through 'Yoga at home: PM Modi
QuoteYoga enhances our quest for a healthier planet, has emerged as a force for unity and deepens the bonds of humanity: PM
QuoteWe must learn various Pranayama techniques: PM Modi

Namaskar!!

My best wishes to all of you on the 6th International Day of Yoga. The International Day of Yoga is a day of solidarity. This day sends out the message of universal brotherhood. It is the day of oneness of humanness. That, which brings us together, is Yoga. That, which narrows down distances, is Yoga.

People participating in the 'My Life - My Yoga' video blogging competition from around the world amid this Coronavirus crisis, shows the growing enthusiasm for Yoga! And how widespread it is!

Friends,

This year's theme of International Day of Yoga is 'Yoga at home and Yoga with family'. Today we are practising Yoga together with our family at our homes, staying away from mass gatherings. When children, grown-ups, youngsters, or the elderly, everyone is connected through Yoga, there is a flow of energy in the entire house. Therefore, this time the Yoga Day is also a day of emotional Yoga; it is also a day to enhance our family bonding.

Friends,

Today, the world is realising the importance of Yoga even more due to the Coronavirus pandemic. If our immunity is strong then we can more effectively defeat this disease. There are several types of Yoga Asanas to boost the immunity. Those postures increase the strength of our body and strengthen our metabolism.

But the Covid-19 virus specifically attacks our respiratory system. The one technique that helps in strengthening our Respiratory system the most is 'Pranayama', i.e. the breathing exercise. In general, the 'Anulom Vilom Pranayam' is more popular. It is also very effective. But there are many types of Pranayam. It includes Sheetali, Kapalbhati, Bhramari, Bhastrika and many more.

All these techniques and forms of Yoga help a lot in boosting both our respiratory and immune systems. Therefore, I urge you to include Pranayama in your daily practice, and also learn different Pranayama techniques in addition to the Anulom-Vilom. A large number of Covid-19 patients all over the world are resorting to these Yoga techniques today. The power of yoga is helping them to defeat this disease.

Friends,

Yoga also helps to boost our confidence and morale so that we can overcome crises and win. Yoga gives us peace of mind and also helps us to develop discipline and stamina. Swami Vivekananda used to say- "An ideal person is the one who is active even in absolute quietness and experiences complete peace even in extreme turbulent phases".

This is a great ability for any person i.e. not giving up and being in a balanced state of mind during an adversity; Yoga gives strength during these times. So, you too must have seen and realized that a practitioner of Yoga never loses patience during a crisis.

Yoga means - ‘समत्वम् योग उच्यते’, that is, Yoga is the name of staying the same and staying steadfast in every situation - favourable-unfavourable, success-failure, joy-sorrow.

Friends,

Yoga enhances our quest for a healthier planet. It has emerged as a force for unity and deepens the bonds of humanity. It does not discriminate. It goes beyond race, colour, gender, faith and nations.

Anybody can embrace Yoga. All you need is some part of your time and empty space. Yoga is giving us not only the physical strength, but also mental balance and emotional stability to confidently negotiate the challenges before us.

Friends,

If we can fine tune our chords of health and hope, the day is not far away when the world will witness the success of a healthy and a happy humanity. Yoga can definitely help us make this happen.

Friends,

As we are talking about the solution to problems through Yoga and the welfare of the world, I also want to remind you of Yogeshwar Krishna's Karmayoga. In the Gita, Lord Krishna while explaining Yoga had said- ‘योगः कर्मसु कौशलम्' i.e. Efficiency in Action is Yoga. This mantra always teaches us that yoga creates the ability to become more qualified in life. If we do our work with discipline and fulfil our obligations, it will also be a form of yoga.

Friends,

Karmayoga is further explained. It is said - युक्त आहार विहारस्य, युक्त चेष्टस्य कर्मसु।

युक्त स्वप्ना-व-बोधस्य, योगो भवति दु:खहा।।

That is, yoga means, eating the right food, playing the right sport, having the right habits of sleeping and waking up, and performing our work and duties correctly. With this Karmayoga, we get the solution to all the problems. Moreover, selfless work, the spirit of serving everyone without any selfishness is also called Karmayoga. This spirit of Karmayoga is embedded in the essence of India. The whole world has experienced this spirit of selflessness in India.

Friends,

When we move ahead with Yoga and the spirit of Karmayoga, our power as an individual, as a society and as a country also increases manifold. Today, we have to take a pledge in this spirit - we will do everything possible for our health and for the health of our loved ones. As a conscious citizen, we will move forward together as a family and as a society.

We will try to make 'Yoga at home and Yoga with family' a part of our lives. If we do this, we will certainly succeed and emerge victorious. With this belief, I wish you all a very Happy Yoga Day again!

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Prime Minister congratulates eminent personalities nominated to Rajya Sabha by the President of India
July 13, 2025

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to four distinguished individuals who have been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by the President of India.

In a series of posts on social media platform X, the Prime Minister highlighted the contributions of each nominee.

The Prime Minister lauded Shri Ujjwal Nikam for his exemplary devotion to the legal profession and unwavering commitment to constitutional values. He said Shri Nikam has been a successful lawyer who played a key role in important legal cases and consistently worked to uphold the dignity of common citizens. Shri Modi welcomed his nomination to the Rajya Sabha and wished him success in his parliamentary role.

The Prime Minister said;

“Shri Ujjwal Nikam’s devotion to the legal field and to our Constitution is exemplary. He has not only been a successful lawyer but also been at the forefront of seeking justice in important cases. During his entire legal career, he has always worked to strengthen Constitutional values and ensure common citizens are always treated with dignity. It’s gladdening that the President of India has nominated him to the Rajya Sabha. My best wishes for his Parliamentary innings.”

Regarding Shri C. Sadanandan Master, the Prime Minister described his life as a symbol of courage and resistance to injustice. He said that despite facing violence and intimidation, Shri Sadanandan Master remained committed to national development. The Prime Minister also praised his contributions as a teacher and social worker and noted his passion for youth empowerment. He congratulated him on being nominated to the Rajya Sabha by Rashtrapati Ji and wished him well in his new responsibilities.

The Prime Minister said;

“Shri C. Sadanandan Master’s life is the epitome of courage and refusal to bow to injustice. Violence and intimidation couldn’t deter his spirit towards national development. His efforts as a teacher and social worker are also commendable. He is extremely passionate towards youth empowerment. Congratulations to him for being nominated to the Rajya Sabha by Rahstrapati Ji. Best wishes for his role as MP.”

On the nomination of Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla, the Prime Minister stated that he has distinguished himself as a diplomat, intellectual, and strategic thinker. He appreciated Shri Shringla’s contributions to India’s foreign policy and his role in India’s G20 Presidency. The Prime Minister said he is glad to see him nominated to the Rajya Sabha and expressed confidence that his insights will enrich parliamentary debates.

The Prime Minister said;

“Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla Ji has excelled as a diplomat, intellectual and strategic thinker. Over the years, he’s made key contributions to India’s foreign policy and also contributed to our G20 Presidency. Glad that he’s been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by President of India. His unique perspectives will greatly enrich Parliamentary proceedings.
@harshvshringla”

Commenting on the nomination of Dr. Meenakshi Jain, the Prime Minister said it is a matter of immense joy. He acknowledged her distinguished work as a scholar, researcher, and historian, and noted her contributions to education, literature, history, and political science. He extended his best wishes for her tenure in the Rajya Sabha.

The Prime Minister said;

“It’s a matter of immense joy that Dr. Meenakshi Jain Ji has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by Rashtrapati Ji. She has distinguished herself as a scholar, researcher and historian. Her work in the fields of education, literature, history and political science have enriched academic discourse significantly. Best wishes for her Parliamentary tenure.
@IndicMeenakshi”