Grammy award winner Ricky Kej said Yoga has gained strong prominence across the world because of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts. PM Modi will lead a 9th edition of International Yoga Day on June 21 at the United Nations headquarters in New York during his official state visit to the United States.
"Yoga has gained strong prominence worldwide because of PM Modi. This year, Yoga Day at the United Nations headquarters in New York will be extra special because PM Modi is leading everyone. I am thrilled to attend World Yoga Day," Kej said.
Three-time Grammy Award-Winning Musician Kej will participate in the Yoga Day celebrations at UN headquarter which will be led by PM Modi on June 21.
"It's amazing to see these two world leaders coming together in a spirit of friendship, making the world a better place. India is taking leadership in areas such as climate change, environmental awareness, and international treaties & bonds between countries. India is no longer sitting on the sidelines and is considered the leader of the Global South. The world will benefit from this meeting. It's beneficial for the United States to have a leader like PM Modi visit and have dialogues of partnership with the honourable President of America," he added.
Meanwhile, The Indian diaspora has been gearing up for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official state visit to the United States, during which he will also lead International Yoga Day celebrations at the United Nations headquarters. The Indian diaspora expressed pride in the fact that today, yoga is being recognised on the world stage.
(ANI)