Prime Minister Narendra Modi today released a postage stamp to commemorate 100 years of Yogoda Satsanga Society of India at a function in New Delhi. Yogoda Satsang Society of India was founded by Paramahansa Yogananda in 1917.

Addressing the centenary celebrations

of Yogoda Satsang Math, Mr Modi said that India’s spirituality is its strength. He said, once an individual develops an interest in Yoga and starts diligently practicing it, it will always remain a part of his or her life.

Remembering last words of Paramahansa Yogananda, Prime Minister said, his teachings are full of compassion towards all. He said, Kriya Yoga practised by Yogananda revitalises subtle currents of life energy in the body. The Prime Minsiter added that the path shown by Yogi ji was not about ‘Mukti’ but ‘Antaryatra’.