World Yogasana Sports Championship 2026 begins in Ahmedabad; Modi to address virtually

The 1st World Yogasana Sports Championship 2026 begins in Ahmedabad on Thursday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirming a virtual address. Modi said yoga is gaining popularity worldwide and praised organisers and participants. The event aligns with International Day of Yoga 2026 messaging, including the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”, emphasising well-being and active living.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the 1st World Yogasana Sports Championship 2026 will begin in Ahmedabad on June 4. Modi also confirmed participation through a virtual address. Modi said yoga is becoming widely popular around the world. Modi called the championship a key step for Yogasana on the global sports calendar.

In a post on microblogging site X, Modi said the event brings together yoga enthusiasts from many countries. Modi described the competition as a new platform for the sport. Modi also shared the time for the virtual interaction. Modi said the address is scheduled for 6:40 pm on Thursday.

World Yogasana Sports Championship 2026 in Ahmedabad

Modi wrote, "... on June 4, a very special competition, the 1st World Yogasana Sports Championship 2026, will commence in Ahmedabad. This platform has brought together yoga enthusiasts from around the world. It is a significant milestone on the global sporting roadmap for Yogasana, he said on microblogging site X.\"

Modi added, \"My compliments to those who have organised such an innovative event and best wishes to all taking part, he said.\" The message welcomed organisers and participants. The post also repeated that Modi will join the programme virtually. The statement placed the championship within the wider growth of Yogasana as a sport.

World Yogasana Sports Championship 2026 linked to International Day of Yoga theme

A statement said the 12th International Day of Yoga will be observed on June 21, 2026. The theme is Yoga for Healthy Ageing. The statement said the theme points to wider acceptance of yoga as a full approach. It linked yoga with physical, mental and emotional well-being.

The statement said yoga is rooted in Indias ancient wisdom and is now practised across continents. It said yoga is seen as a trusted way to support healthy and active living. The statement added the theme highlights yoga’s potential for vitality, resilience and independence. It also said yoga supports preventive healthcare and holistic wellness.

With inputs from PTI