Rishi Sunak Seeks Blessings at Neasden Temple Amidst Election Campaign

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty visited London's renowned BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, also known as Neasden Temple, during the final weekend of the general election campaign. The couple received a warm welcome with loud cheers as their convoy arrived at the temple on Saturday evening.

After being greeted, they participated in a puja ceremony led by the temple priests. Following the religious rituals, they toured the temple complex and interacted with volunteers and community leaders. Sunak, a cricket enthusiast, began his address to the congregation by mentioning India's victory in the T20 World Cup.

Sunak's Faith and Inspiration

Sunak shared how his faith provides him with inspiration and comfort. "I am Hindu and like all of you, I draw inspiration and comfort from my faith," he said. He expressed pride in being sworn in as a member of parliament on the Bhagavad Gita.

He emphasised that his faith teaches him to perform his duties without worrying about the results, as long as they are done faithfully. "Our faith teaches us to do our duty and not fret about the outcome as long as one does it faithfully," Sunak stated.

Guided by Dharma

Sunak credited his parents for instilling these values in him. "That is what I was brought up to believe by my wonderful and loving parents and that is how I live my life; and that is what I want to pass on to my daughters as they grow up," he said.

He highlighted that dharma guides his approach to public service. "It is dharma which guides me in my approach to public service," Sunak added.

The visit to Neasden Temple was a significant moment for Sunak and Murty, reflecting their deep connection to their faith and community. The event also showcased Sunak's commitment to his cultural roots while serving in public office.