British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, accompanied by his wife Akshata Murty, visited London's iconic BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, also known as Neasden Temple. During the visit, Sunak shared his deep connection with Hindu faith, highlighting how it guides his life and public service. Watch as the couple engages in prayer and puja, expressing gratitude for their community's support. Discover the importance of shared values and the significance of this visit amidst the general election campaign.
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00:00British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Moorthy made a significant visit
00:29to London's BAPS Swami Narayan Mandir, also known as Neaston Temple, just ahead of the
00:36general election campaign's final weekend.
00:40Amidst warm reception, the couple engaged in prayer and performed puja guided by temple
00:46priests, highlighting their connection to Hindu faith.
00:50Rishi Sunak says, I am Hindu, and like all of you, I draw inspiration and comfort from
00:57my faith.
00:59Our faith teaches us to do our duty, and not fret about the outcome.
01:04I want to thank all of you for your support and prayers.
01:09Your backing means the world to me.
01:12Sunak reflected on his upbringing, emphasizing the influence of the Bhagavad Gita in his
01:18life and the values instilled by his parents.
01:22He spoke proudly of being sworn in on the Bhagavad Gita and expressed gratitude for
01:28his family's support, particularly highlighting his wife Akshata Moorthy as a pillar of strength.
01:35Sunak underscored the importance of shared values within the Conservative Party, including
01:41education, hard work, and family.
01:44Recently, Rishi Sunak, Britain's first ethnic minority Prime Minister, condemned the use
01:50of derogatory language by campaigners of Nijal Faraj's Reform UK party who called him
01:57Pakhi.
01:58It hurts, and it makes me angry.
02:03I don't repeat those words lightly.
02:05I do so deliberately, because this is too important not to call out clearly for what
02:11it is.
02:12When you see such language used without challenge, it tells you something about the culture within
02:19the Reform Party.
02:21As Rishi Sunak continues his campaign, his stance underscores the ongoing challenges
02:27of confronting racism in British politics and embracing his religion.
02:34This Mandir stands as a great statement of the contribution that this community makes
02:40to Britain.
02:41And I know you all walk in the footsteps of the great Pramukh Swami Maharaj and that Mahan
02:48Swami Maharaj provides you with leadership and inspiration.
02:52It is wonderful to be with you all here tonight.