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Luton Murti Pratishtha
Sunday 9 May 2004

 
   


Decorations being placed for Swamishri's arrival
Decorations being placed for Swamishri's arrival

Harikrishna Maharaj in the mahapuja vidhi
Harikrishna Maharaj in the mahapuja vidhi

The murti for the mahapuja vidhi
The murti for the mahapuja vidhi

 


In the morning, Pramukh Swami Maharaj travelled to Luton to perform the Murti Pratishtha vidhi (image installation ceremony) at the new BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir. Swamishri consecrated the murtis of Akshar Purushottam Maharaj, Radha Krishna Dev, Guru Parampara, Ganapati and Hanumanji.

Hindu worshippers throughout Luton and the surrounding Bedfordshire area were delighted that they will now be able to gather at the newly-opened mandir to practise their faith and participate in colourful festivals and celebrations that will promote strong moral and spiritual values.

The committed volunteers had prepared an annakut of 250 various vegetarian items. Other volunteers had spent months leading up to the opening, dedicating their time and immense enthusiasm to ensure that the mandir was ready in time for the grand opening.

Various dignitaries also attended the ceremony. Councillor Michael Dolling, Mayor of Luton remarked; “The city of Luton is delighted to welcome the mandir and its worshippers.” President of the Liberal Democrats, Lord Dholakia said, “I am very proud of the fantastic contribution towards social upliftment, tolerance and understanding that BAPS has made.”

In his blessings, Swamishri emphasised the importance of regular attendance at the mandir in order to achieve spiritual and personal progress.

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