New Delhi, June 21 -- Delhi Haj Committee Chairperson Kausar Jahan on Saturday joined 11th International Yoga Day celebrations in the national capital and said the anincient Indian practice helps in mental and physical well-being.

She lauded efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in popularising yoga all over the world.

"Due to Prime Minister Modi's efforts, the United Nations declared June 21 as International Yoga Day. Yoga brings balance and helps remove stress. It provides wholistic view for health," Kausar Jahan told ANI.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the main national event on the 11th International Yoga Day from Visakhapatnam.

He extended warm greetings to people across India and the world on International Yoga Day, highligh...