Bratislava: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he and Slovak President Peter Pellegrini were delighted to witness a special Yoga presentation by Slovak schoolchildren, highlighting the growing global appeal of the ancient Indian practice ahead of International Yoga Day.
Taking to the social media platform X, PM Modi wrote, "President Pellegrini and I were delighted to witness a special Yoga demonstration by schoolchildren from Slovakia. As the world counts down to International Yoga Day, it is delightful to see the youth embrace Yoga. Also happy to see Yoga continuing to bring people together in the shared pursuit of well-being."
Meanwhile, a Yoga camp was also organized at the Presidential Palace of Slovakia on Monday. Slovakian youth practised Yoga in the presence of PM Modi and President Pellegrini, as both leaders met at the palace.
“PM Narendra Modi, along with President Peter Pellegrini, observed a special Yoga demonstration performed by Slovak schoolchildren. Both leaders noted the expanding cultural engagement between India and Slovakia as well as the universal appeal of Yoga as a means of promoting physical well‑being, mental harmony and healthy living,” the MEA had stated.
In a separate post, PM Modi also shared details of his interaction with Dr Robert Gafrik, a noted Slovak scholar who has played a key role in translating the Upanishads into the Slovak language.
"In Bratislava yesterday evening, I met Dr. Róbert Gáfrik, who has spearheaded the effort to translate the Upanishads into Slovak. His passion for Indian history, culture and spirituality is commendable," PM Modi said.
