NATIONAL: PM Modi’s 2-Day Tour: Development and Yoga Day Focus
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to Bihar, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh starting June 20, 2025, to launch development projects and lead International Yoga Day celebrations. The itinerary blends infrastructure advancements with a nationwide push for yoga, themed “Yoga for One Earth—One Health.”
Bihar: Development Initiatives
On June 20, PM Modi will visit Siwan, Bihar, at 12 noon to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for multiple development projects. These initiatives, spanning water, rail, and power sectors, aim to bolster the state’s infrastructure.
The Prime Minister will address a public gathering, outlining the projects’ significance for Bihar’s growth. The event underscores the government’s commitment to regional development.
Odisha: Celebrating Governance Milestone
In Bhubaneswar, Odisha, at 4:15 PM on June 20, PM Modi will chair a state-level function marking one year of the BJP-led state government. He will unveil development projects worth over Rs 18,600 crore, including key infrastructure enhancements.
The visit includes a roadshow and the launch of the BJP’s Vision-2036 document, signaling long-term development goals for Odisha. The events highlight the state’s progress under the current administration.
Andhra Pradesh: Yoga Day Extravaganza
On June 21, PM Modi will lead a mass yoga demonstration in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, at 6:30 AM, as part of International Yoga Day. The “Yogandhra” event aims to attract 5 lakh participants, potentially setting a record.
The Prime Minister will join common citizens in practicing yoga, promoting the theme “Yoga for One Earth-One Health.” The program will be replicated across 3.5 lakh locations nationwide, emphasizing unity and wellness.
Nationwide Yoga Day Preparations
International Yoga Day 2025 will see events organized in over 3.5 lakh places, reflecting India’s global leadership in promoting yoga. The theme underscores environmental and health consciousness, aligning with national priorities.
Visakhapatnam’s preparations include extensive decorations and security measures to ensure a seamless celebration. The event builds on Andhra Pradesh’s legacy of structured yoga education, formalized by its 1987 Act.
Strategic Significance of the Visit
The two-day tour combines infrastructure development with cultural advocacy, reinforcing PM Modi’s dual focus on progress and tradition. Bihar and Odisha’s projects address critical regional needs, while the yoga initiative amplifies India’s soft power.
Social media posts on X highlight public enthusiasm for the Yoga Day event, with users praising the “YogandhraAbhiyan” campaign. The visit is poised to strengthen political and public engagement across the three states.