Mayurbhanj, June 20 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday highlighted the importance of International Yoga Day while appealing for mass participation, saying yoga is deeply rooted in Odisha's cultural tradition and urging people across India and the world to actively take part in the celebrations on June 21.

While addressing a programme in Rairangpur in Mayurbhanj district, PM Modi said, "International Yoga Day is also being celebrated tomorrow, June 21st... Yoga has been a part of Odisha's culture. From the land of Odisha, I appeal to the people of the entire country and the entire world, all of you should participate in Yoga Day in large numbers."

The Prime Minister was attending the 'Vikas Ra Dhara, Odisha Sara' programme marki...