New Delhi: UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty offered prayers at the Akshardham Temple in New Delhi on September 10, 2023. Sunak, who is a Hindu, visited the temple as part of his first official visit to India as Prime Minister.
The Akshardham Temple is a Hindu temple complex located in New Delhi. It is one of the largest Hindu temples in the world and is a popular tourist destination.
Sunak and Murty arrived at the temple in the morning and were greeted by a group of priests. They then entered the temple and offered prayers at the main shrine. They also visited a number of other areas of the temple, including the museum and the exhibition hall.
Sunak’s visit to the Akshardham Temple was seen as a way to connect with his Hindu heritage and to show his respect for Indian culture. It was also an opportunity for him to promote religious tolerance and understanding.