Mumbai, June 21 -- Union Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday said Yoga has emerged as one of India's most influential contributions to the world under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, transforming an ancient civilisational tradition into a global movement for health, harmony and holistic well-being.

Addressing the 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations organised by the Mumbai Port Authority (MbPA) at the Gateway of India, Sonowal said the worldwide acceptance of Yoga reflected India's growing soft power and demonstrated how the country's timeless wisdom was shaping global conversations on wellness and sustainable living.

"Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ...