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From yoga and pranayama to fasting and mindful eating, the five rituals that have shaped Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s disciplined approach to wellness over the years.
At 76, a closer look at the simple, longstanding rituals that form part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s approach to fitness and wellbeing.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 76 today, September 17, at an age when his public schedule remains as demanding as ever. Years of political travel, long working hours and an exacting calendar have made his ability to sustain a relentless pace a subject of public interest. Yet, behind the packed itineraries and official engagements is a lifestyle marked by a striking degree of routine and restraint.
PM Modi has, over the years, spoken about the practices that form part of his everyday life. From the way he begins his mornings to his approach to food, fasting and movement, here are five habits that have remained a distinctive part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s lifestyle.
Yoga
Yoga has occupied a longstanding place in PM Modi’s daily routine. He has spoken publicly about being introduced to yoga and pranayama early in life and has continued to practise them over the years.
For him, yoga has been described not simply as physical exercise but as a means of bringing the mind and body into balance. His public appearances have also offered glimpses of a morning practice that includes different asanas and breathing exercises.
Walking
Walking forms another regular part of PM Modi’s physical routine. Alongside yoga, he has frequently spoken about incorporating movement into his day, including longer walks and exercises connected to yoga.
One of the more distinctive examples came with his ‘Panchtatva’ walking exercise, in which he incorporated the five elements of nature into a walking routine. The emphasis, however, remains on movement itself rather than a conventional workout format.
Pranayama
Breathing exercises have been closely associated with PM Modi’s yoga practice. He has previously spoken about pranayama as part of his routine and its role in helping him maintain a sense of mental composure.
Unlike many contemporary wellness practices that arrive with increasingly complicated protocols, pranayama has remained one of the more traditional elements of his routine.
Fasting
Fasting has been part of PM Modi’s personal practice for several decades. He has spoken about observing fasts during periods such as Navratri and Chaturmas, and has described fasting as something he has practised since his younger years.
His approach to fasting is closely connected to his spiritual and cultural practices, making it distinct from the intermittent-fasting routines that have become popular in contemporary wellness culture.
It is, therefore, less useful to view this simply through the lens of weight management. In PM Modi’s own accounts, fasting has been intertwined with faith, self-discipline and personal practice.
Simple Eating
PM Modi’s approach to food is similarly restrained. Various accounts of his lifestyle have described a preference for simple vegetarian meals, with traditional Indian preparations featuring prominently in his diet.
Foods such as khichdi, poha, vegetables and other uncomplicated home-style meals have been associated with his eating habits. He has also spoken about not being particularly driven by food and about keeping his meals relatively straightforward.
Taken together, these five rituals reflect a lifestyle built on discipline and consistency. What stands out is how long many of these habits have remained part of Prime Minister Modi’s life.
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Ask News18The ‘Panchtatva’ walking routine is a physical exercise practiced by PM Modi that incorporates the five elements of nature—Prithvi (earth), Jal (water), Agni (fire), Vayu (air), and Aakash (sky)—into a walking track. Rather than following a conventional workout format, this routine emphasizes movement itself and is described by PM Modi as extremely refreshing, rejuvenating, and beneficial for overall well-being.
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