PM Modi’s Discipline Playbook: 5 Rituals Behind His Simple, Strict Lifestyle

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.

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.