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Modi asks NCC youth to create a world record in yoga

Source: PTI
January 28, 2015 16:01 IST
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wendesday asked the National Cadet Corps to try and create a world record by doing yoga across the country at the same time on June 21, the 'International Day of Yoga', as declared by United Nations last month.

Addressing NCC cadets here, Modi spoke to them about a number of issues, including yoga.

Recalling that June 21 has been declared as the International Day of Yoga, he said it was matter of pride, especially for those who understand and practice it.

He said that yoga is not limited to borders, age or language.

"It is a special responsibility of India, where yoga was born, to introduce the world to right yoga," he said.

Modi said, "I urge all NCC cadets across the country to start planning from now. On June 21, everyone at the same time should do yoga across the country. It should be in such high numbers that all world records are broken. And if we start now, we will be able to spread a strong message through these cadets and that too an inspiring message."

He also asked the cadets to take up the cause of cleanliness, saying it was one of the ways to serve the country.

During the NCC rally, which culminates the Republic Day NCC Camp, Modi referred to a tableau on 'Swachh Bharat' mission.

He said it was neither a programme nor an "event."

"It is an effort to change the mindset of the people. Until we are able to change the mindset of the 125 crore Indians, the work has to continue," he said, adding that cleanliness is one of the best ways to serve "Mother India."

He said the NCC and such camps are the best examples of unity in diversity. Terming such gatherings as a mini India, he said it helps people expand their horizons. 

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