Opinion | 12 Years Of Bharat's Yogic Resurgence: How PM Modi Revived India's Gift To Humanity |
Opinion | 12 Years Of Bharat's Yogic Resurgence: How PM Modi Revived India's Gift To Humanity
The transformation represents not only the resurgence of yoga but the resurgence of Bharat itself—a civilisation rediscovering its voice & reclaiming its confidence
When historians assess the legacy of PM Narendra Modi’s first 12 years in office, they will undoubtedly focus on economic reforms, infrastructure expansion, digital transformation, and India’s growing global stature. Yet, among these achievements, stands a quieter but profoundly consequential accomplishment—the revival of yoga as a global movement and the restoration of Bharat’s ownership of one of humanity’s greatest civilisational gifts.
For centuries, yoga remained among India’s most enduring contributions to the world. Born in the spiritual traditions of Bharat and refined through generations of sages and seekers, it offered a holistic pathway to physical well-being, mental balance, and spiritual growth. Yet in the decades preceding 2014, yoga’s global popularity often came with an unintended paradox. While millions practised it across continents, its civilisational roots in India were frequently overlooked or diluted.
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PM Narendra Modi recognised both the universal relevance of yoga and its immense potential as a bridge between India’s ancient wisdom and the modern world. Within months of assuming office, he placed yoga at the centre of India’s cultural diplomacy. His address to the United Nations General Assembly in September 2014 marked a turning point. Proposing an International Day of Yoga, he described yoga not merely as a........