Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday visited the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in London. Singh arrived in London on Monday for a three-day visit focusing on all aspects of the India-UK Defence Partnership (Pics/PTI and X@RajnathSingh, Neasden Temple)
Updated On: 2024-01-10 01:39 PM IST
Compiled by : Devashri Bhujbal
Rajnath Singh offered his prayers at the temple during his visit
The dignitaries at the temple said that they were delighted to welcome the Indian Defence Minister
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple is located Neasden, London and is popularly known as Neasden Temple
In the UK, BAPS is one of the largest and active Hindu organisations
BAPS is an international community-based Hindu organisation affiliated to the United Nations
After his visit to the temple, Singh posted on X saying Swaminarayan family has done commendable work by serving the people and caring for humanity
Since its opening in 1995, the Temple has so far welcomed more than 10.5 million worshippers and visitors from over 120 nations of all faiths and backgrounds
BAPS Swaninarayan Temple has become an internationally acclaimed place of worship, learning and celebration, serving also as an integral part of the religious landscape for Hindus internationally and the local community
All of the work of BAPS worldwide is grounded in the Vedic teachings of Bhagwan Swaminarayan
BAPS in London is considered as Britain's first authentic Hindu Temple and was inaugurated in 1995
