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.
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