Yoga a master key to realising dream of healthy India by 2047: Piyush Goyal

IANS June 21, 2025 240 views

Union Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized yoga as India’s ancient gift to the world, crucial for achieving a healthy nation by 2047. He praised PM Modi’s efforts in globalizing Yoga Day, with events held at iconic locations like Kanheri Caves. Goyal linked wellness to national progress, calling yoga a bridge to mental and physical balance. The minister also highlighted India’s growing global leadership in trade, industry, and holistic health.

"Yoga is the master key to achieving the dream of a developed India by 2047" – Piyush Goyal
Mumbai, June 21: Yoga is the master key to achieving the dream of a healthy India by 2047, said Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Saturday.

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Goyal links yoga to India’s 2047 development goals

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Celebrates global recognition under PM Modi’s leadership

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Yoga camps held at Kanheri Caves and North Mumbai

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Emphasizes India’s rising global influence in wellness

On the occasion of the 11th International Yoga Day, Goyal, who is the Member of Parliament from North Mumbai, visited various Yoga camps organised across his constituency and praised the enthusiastic participation of citizens.

He emphasised that development truly takes place only when citizens are in good health.

“The dream of a developed India by 2047 can only be fulfilled if the health of the people remains robust, and yoga is the master key to achieving that goal,” said Goyal, who participated in a Yoga Session held for the first time at the Kanheri Caves in Sanjay Gandhi National Park.

Addressing the participants, he said, this is the 11th International Yoga Day being celebrated under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It was due to the Prime Minister’s special efforts that Yoga Day gained global recognition.

“Yoga is India’s ancient heritage, and recognising its value, the entire world is turning towards this traditional Indian health practice. It is a matter of immense pride for Indians that India has gifted Yoga a practice that promotes both mental peace and physical fitness to the world,” Goyal said.

“Yoga not only brings physical and mental benefits but also helps establish balance in life. The whole world is now experiencing the benefits of this traditional Indian wellness discipline,” he added.

Yoga Day was celebrated across several areas in North Mumbai, like the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Kanheri Caves; Charkop, Kandivali; Gopinath Munde Shakti Ground, Dahisar; Poinsur Gymkhana, Malad.

“Uttar (North) Mumbai is now moving on to become Uttam (best) Mumbai, and the spirit of large-scale celebration of International Yoga Day has shown that Uttar Mumbai is also leading in health consciousness,” he said,

He also spoke on the global significance of India’s rising leadership.

“The whole world is watching India and PM Modi be it trade, industry, or world peace. India has emerged as a new engine of growth, ready to take the world to new heights. On behalf of 140 crore Indians, I want to convey PM Modi’s message to the world: ‘One Earth, One Health’ only this vision can ensure a healthy and strong planet,” Goyal said.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Yoga has truly become India's soft power! 🌍 Seeing our ancient practice getting global recognition makes me proud. But government should also focus on making yoga accessible in rural areas - not just urban centers. #HealthyIndia2047
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Priya M.
As a working mom, yoga has been life-changing for managing stress. But we need more than just one day celebrations - regular free classes in parks would help more people adopt it. Kudos for organizing at Kanheri Caves though - beautiful location!
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Arjun S.
While yoga is great, calling it a "master key" is exaggeration. We need better healthcare infrastructure too. Why not combine yoga promotion with actual hospital improvements? Both are needed for Healthy India vision.
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Sunita P.
My 70-year-old father started yoga last year and his diabetes is much better controlled now! 🙏 More awareness needed about specific yoga asanas for different health conditions. Maybe government can create simple guides in regional languages?
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Vikram J.
Good initiative but why only BJP leaders get coverage for yoga events? Yoga belongs to all Indians, not any single party. Let's keep our ancient tradition above politics. Otherwise great to see Mumbai participating enthusiastically!
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Neha T.
Yoga in Kanheri Caves sounds magical! 🧘‍♀️ But wish they'd mentioned safety measures - ancient sites need protection too. Overall, proud that India is leading the wellness movement globally. Next step - make yoga part of school curriculum nationwide!

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