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International Yoga Day 2024 LIVE Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar, from where he will lead the 10th International Day of Yoga celebrations at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Complex (SKICC) on Friday. This is Modi’s first visit to the Valley after becoming prime minister for the third consecutive term. This year’s theme, ‘Yoga for Self and Society’, emphasises yoga’s vital role in fostering individual well-being and societal harmony. Over 7,000 people from various walks of life will join the Prime Minister on the banks of Dal Lake, Srinagar to mark this special occasion.
Jammu and Kashmir Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha and Ayush Minister Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav are also scheduled to participate in the programme. On the occasion, PM Modi will also address the gathering and participate in the Common Yoga Protocol session, highlighting yoga’s significance in nurturing physical, mental, and spiritual growth. The event in Srinagar is expected to boost grassroots participation and promote yoga in rural areas.