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International Yoga Day 2026 drew massive crowds and participants worldwide. Prime Minister Modi led a major event at Red Road in Kolkata. Celebrations included mass participation in New York City, various Indian cities, and an official declaration in Delaware.

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  1. Global Celebrations Mark International Day of Yoga 2026

    International Yoga Day 2026 drew massive crowds and participants worldwide. Prime Minister Modi led a major event at Red Road in Kolkata. Celebrations included mass participation in New York City, various Indian cities, and an official declaration in Delaware.

    What's confirmed:

    • Prime Minister Modi led International Yoga Day celebrations at Red Road in Kolkata.
    • Thousands of yoga enthusiasts gathered at Times Square for the event.
    • Delaware officially declared June 21 as International Day of Yoga.
    • The UN chief described yoga as truly universal.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Kolkata event venue was previously used as a World War 2 airstrip.
    • Akshay Kumar, Shilpa Shetty, and Malaika Arora celebrated the day.
    • Hampi's elephant stable hosted yoga activities.
    • Bengal campuses and madrasas observed the day after years of muted activity.
    • Prime Minister Modi stated yoga can lead the world toward peace and healthy ageing.
    • Governor Arlekar called yoga India's timeless gift to humanity.
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