Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a post on ‘X’ on Sunday said that yoga once again brought people together.

“Compliments to the people of Andhra Pradesh for the manner in which they have strengthened the movement to make Yoga a part of their lives. The #Yogandhra initiative and the programme in Visakhapatnam, in which I also took part in, will always motivate several people towards good health and well-being,” he said

Tagging the Guinness World record post, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu posted on ‘X’ that the achievement belongs to every citizen of Andhra Pradesh. “I thank each and every one of you who made this possible. Your enthusiasm and dedication have been truly inspiring. This record shows what we can accomplish when we unite with a purpose. Congratulations to everyone,” he said

The Guinness World Record message on X read: “Today an incredible 300,105 participants took part in the largest yoga lesson ever, in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India - organised by Gov. of Andhra Pradesh to celebrate International Day of Yoga. Participants can claim a digital certificate at gwr.co/YogaLesson, the post said.