New Delhi: Yoga had emerged as force for unity and did not discriminate as it went beyond race, colour, gender, faith and nations, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday. In his sixth International Day of Yoga message Modi said that due to the Covid- 19 pandemic, the world was feeling the need for Yoga more than ever.

It is of great help in defeating this Covid- 19 disease. For boosting immunity, there are several techniques in Yoga, various Asanas are there, he said. Covid- 19 specially attacked on respiratory systems which could be strengthen by doing Pranayama or breathing exercise, said Modi. Yoga enhances our quest for a healthier planet. It has emerged as force for unity and deepens the bond for humanity. It goes beyond race, colour, gender, faith and nations, he said. The day is not for when the world will witness the success of healthy and happy humanity.

Yoga can definitely help us make this happen, he said in message telecast on Sunday morning. Doing work and performing duties properly was also Yoga, said Modi. The huge participation of people in my life, said PM. My Yoga video belonging competition from across the globe reflected the growing popularity of Yoga. This year’s theme is “Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family”. Yoga promotes family bondings as children, youngsters and elders in the family come together to practice Yoga; there is a flow of positive energy in the house. Yoga also promotes emotional stability, said Modi.