PM Modi in UAE Highlights: PM Modi will inaugurate iconic BAPS Hindu Mandir
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) yesterday with a focus on boosting cooperation in various sectors.
At the grand 'Ahlan Modi' event, the PM addressed the Indian community. He praised UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed and thanked the people present at the event for the rousing welcome.
Today, PM Modi inaugurated the iconic BAPS Hindu Mandir, which is the first-ever Hindu temple in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), before leaving for a two-day visit to Qatar.
Here are the highlights on PM Modi's UAE visit:
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PM Modi Shares Glimpses From BAPS Temple Inauguration In UAE
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PM Modi leaves for Qatar for a two-day visit.
"Joy In Ayodhya Amplified In Abu Dhabi": PM Modi Inaugurates Temple In UAEMarking a significant milestone for the Indian community in the Middle East, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated Abu Dhabi's first Hindu temple, which is also the largest in the region.
Spread over 27 acres and built at a cost of over Rs 700 crore, the BAPS Hindu temple is also seen as a sign of the deepening relationship between India and the United Arab Emirates.
Speaking after inaugurating the temple, PM Modi said in Hindi, "A golden chapter in human history has been written in UAE today. A grand and holy temple has been inaugurated in Abu Dhabi today. Years of hard work have gone into this temple and a long-cherished dream has come true. Bhagwan Swaminarayan's blessings are also with this temple."
Read more. PM Modi In UAE Live:"Last month in Ayodhya, the Ram Temple was inaugurated, fulfilling a long dream. Ram Lalla came back home," PM Modi in address after BAPS temple inauguration.
PM Modi In UAE Live:"The beauty of the temple reflects MBZ's vision. This temple has been added to the cultural identity of UAE. I know many people will come here in the future. It will increase people-to-people connect. I want to thanks MBZ and his government. I request everyone to give a standing ovation to UAE President," PM Modi in address after BAPS temple inauguration.
PM Modi In UAE Live:"I remember in 2015 when I came here, his highness accepted my proposal for a temple and arranged land in a short period of time," PM Modi in address after BAPS temple inauguration.
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"This temple will represent world unity. I can't thank the UAE government enough for the grand temple. The biggest contribution is from my brother MBZ. The President of UAE's government has fulfilled the dream of crores of Indians and won the hearts of 140 crore indians. From the idea to execution, I was involved and I feel privileged for that," PM Modi in address after BAPS temple inauguration.
PM Modi In UAE Live:"India, UAE and people have come from different parts of the country for the inauguration. People have written a golden historic moment today...
The soul of Swami Narayan would be satisfied today," PM Modi in address after BAPS temple inauguration.
PM Modi In UAE Live:PM Modi addresses people after inaugurating BAPS temple in UAE.
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Prime Minister Modi and UAE Tolerance Minister Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan felicitated at the inaugural event of BAPS Hindu Mandir, in Abu Dhabi.
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PM Modi inscribes "Vasudhaiv Kutumbakam" on stone using hammer and chisel at first Hindu stone temple in Abu Dhabi.
BAPS Temple Inauguration In UAE Live:Actor Akshay Kumar arrives at Abu Dhabi BAPS temple to be inaugurated by PM Modi today
PM Modi In UAE Live:PM Modi performs aarti at BAPS temple in Abu Dhabi.
PM Modi Begins Rituals To Inaugurate BAPS Temple In UAE
PM Modi In UAE Live:PM Modi arrives to inaugurate the BAPS temple in UAE.
PM Modi In UAE Live: PM Modi To Inaugurate BAPS Temple In UAE Tonight
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PM Modi addressed the World Government Summit in Dubai today.