Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the International Yoga Day celebration held on Kolkata’s historic Red Road on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Thousands attended the event, which featured a large stage and extensive preparations in the surrounding area. West Bengal Governor C. V. Ananda Bose and opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari were also present. Adhikari thanked the Prime Minister for promoting yoga in the state, while Modi described yoga as a symbol of holistic development, mental peace, and social unity.
Modi emphasized that regular yoga practice supports physical health, reduces stress and anxiety, and fosters balance in life. He noted that yoga transcends age and builds connection and harmony among people. Similar programs were organized across West Bengal, including at Malda’s Satya Chowdhury Stadium and the riverside near Dakshineswar Kali Temple.
The event sparked controversy as critics questioned why Red Road was closed for the yoga celebration when permission for Eid prayers at the same venue had previously been denied. Some social and political voices called for consistent policies and equal access for all public events.
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