Emphasising that yoga empowers individuals to maintain their physical vitality, mental strength and resilience against lifestyle diseases as they age, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the practice helps maintain endurance and human potential. Addressing the main ceremony of the 12th International Day of Yoga at Kolkata's Red Road, PM Modi said the theme of "Yoga for Healthy Ageing" should not be viewed as being limited to senior citizens but should inspire people of all age groups to pursue lifelong wellness.

Over 35,000 people will join PM Modi for a mass yoga session in Kolkata on International Yoga Day, June 21.

The United Nations celebrated the International Day of Yoga with a focus on healthy aging. UN chief Antonio Guterres emphasised yoga's universal benefits for millions across…