New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has agreed to inaugurate the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi on February 14 subsequent 12 months, as per a press assertion issued by the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha. He accepted the invitation prolonged by Swami Ishwarcharandas and Swami Brahmaviharidas, together with the board of administrators of the temple, throughout a gathering at his residential workplace on Wednesday.
The Prime Minister expressed his eager assist for the historic and iconic temple, which he mentioned would mirror the best of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – a non secular house that transcends beliefs and traditions and embraces numerous cultures and civilizations. He mentioned the temple would embody the essence of non secular concord and symbolize the trail ahead for the world.
28/12/23, New Delhi: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) accepted the invitation to inaugurate the BAPS Hindu Mandir, Abu Dhabi on the 14th of February, 2024.#AbuDhabiMandir #Love #Peace #Harmony #FOHabudhabi #FestivalOfHarmony pic.twitter.com/P5rCDFjIu5
— BAPS Hindu Mandir (@AbuDhabiMandir) December 28, 2023
Swami Ishwarcharandas honoured the Prime Minister by garlanding him and wrapping a saffron scarf round his shoulders, recognizing his exceptional contributions to the nation and the world. The Prime Minister was specifically appreciated for the unprecedented renovation and improvement of pilgrimage websites throughout India, which the press assertion mentioned was a feat unmatched in latest centuries.
The assembly additionally targeted on the significance of the Abu Dhabi temple for global concord and the Prime Minister’s imaginative and prescient for India’s non secular management on the global stage. The BAPS delegation prayed for the Prime Minister’s well being and acknowledged his distinctive global achievements, particularly strengthening ties with the UAE and different Middle Eastern nations. They additionally mentioned how the Prime Minister’s management has impressed delight and confidence in Indians worldwide.
The Prime Minister recalled his private and eternal reminiscences of Pramukh Swami Maharaj and his magnificent centenary celebrations, and provided prayers for Mahant Swami Maharaj’s well being.
The Prime Minister additionally thanked the important thing people, volunteers and supporters, who have been concerned within the BAPS Hindu Mandir venture in Abu Dhabi, together with those that have been current earlier than him equivalent to Chairman Ashok Kotecha, Vice Chairman Yogesh Mehta and Director Chirag Patel. He mentioned their efforts have been a major supply of delight for India.
In a pleasant dialog, the Prime Minister requested Chirag Patel about his ardour for tennis and his father Rohitbhai Patel and grandfather P D Patel. He additionally motivated his kids to work exhausting and obtain success within the sport.
Swami Brahmaviharidas offered the newest replace of the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, highlighting its intricate carvings and all-encompassing splendour. He mentioned the inauguration ceremony could be an important occasion, a millennial second of celebration for generations to return.