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Less than 10 days after the desecration of the
@BAPS
Mandir in New York, our Mandir in the Sacramento, CA area was desecrated last night with anti-Hindu hate: “Hindus go back!” We stand united against hate with prayers for peace.
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The grand opening of the
@BAPS
Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, led by HH Mahant Swami Maharaj, signifies our commitment to peace, love, and harmony—a significant stride towards unity. Grateful to His Highness
@MohamedBinZayed
and the Royal Family in the UAE.
@AbuDhabiMandir
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Deeply saddened by the desecration of our BAPS Mandir in Melville, NY, an act aimed at inciting hatred against Hindus. Today, local, state & federal leaders gathered to promote peace, respect & unity. Guided by our faith, we stand united against hate with compassion & solidarity.
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Today,
@BAPS
had the opportunity to participate in the
#NationalDayofPrayer
at the White House. The Shanti Paath (Vedic prayer for peace) was recited to pray for the health, safety, and well-being of everyone affected by
#COVID19
.
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Thank you Rep.
@TulsiGabbard
for visiting the
@BAPS
Mandir in Bartlett, Illinois. We appreciate your taking the time to speak to members of the Indian-American community.
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Community leaders gathered for a heartfelt prayer ceremony at the
@BAPS
Mandir in Sacramento, CA, following the desecration of the mandir. Inspired by Mahant Swami Maharaj, we remain dedicated to promoting harmony and standing against intolerance. Together we will defeat hate.
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The
@BAPS
Mandirs in Robbinsville, NJ, Atlanta, GA, Chicago, IL, and Houston, TX were illuminated this evening as a part of the nationwide memorial and tribute to remember and honor the lives lost to COVID-19.
#COVIDMemorial
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Tonight, we end our program with enlightening words from Pujya Anandswarup Swami, a senior Swami of
@BAPS
about the life and work of Pramukh Swami Maharaj and how Swamiji toiled tirelessly to create unity from diversity with the belief that the world is one family.
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We appreciate Congressman
@PeteSessions
of TX-17 for taking the time to visit
@akshardham_usa
where he met with dedicated volunteers from TX and His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj. His visit exemplifies his commitment to community, service, and faith.
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Today, we celebrate the 100th birthday of His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj. A visionary and Guru, who committed his life to public service & spread messages of unity, humility & peace. May we continue to be inspired by his life & credo of, “In the joy of others, lies our own.”
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On this day in 2004, HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj inaugurated the traditional
@BAPS
Hindu Mandir in Bartlett, IL. Today, the Mandir and congregation continue to play an active role in the Chicago area, inspiring both faith and service.
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The World is One Family - a program honoring the life and work of His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj - has started at the United Nations ECOSOC chamber in New York City.
#PSM100
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#MahantSwami
was honored to meet former Pres. Obama to discuss how
@BAPS
&
@ObamaFoundation
can help shape the next generation of leaders!
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Today, we remember the victims of 9/11 and their families. On this day in 2017, HH Mahant Swami Maharaj commemorated 9/11 victims by showering flower petals on their names at a Peace Prayer assembly in Edison, NJ.
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On this day in 2000, HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj addressed the Millennium World Peace Summit at the
@UN
in NY. His speech titled, "A Call for Dialogue,” highlighted the importance of interfaith harmony, peace, and unity amongst all. Clips from the speech can be found in this video:
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43 years ago today, HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj visited Washington, D.C. for the first time to offer prayers for America's peace and prosperity. Since then, BAPS’ leaders have regularly visited D.C., including in 2017 when HH Mahant Swami Maharaj met former President Obama.
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During this moment of heartbreak at the senseless loss of children and a brave educator in Ulvade, TX, we turn to our faith for strength & offer our prayers as a nation for the innocent victims & their families. In their memory,
@BAPSHouston
has illuminated the Mandir in white.
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On July 25, 2004, HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj inaugurated the
@BAPS
Mandir in Houston, TX, becoming the first traditional Hindu Mandir in North America. Today, the Mandir plays an active role in the community, inspiring both faith and service.
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Happy 99th Birthday to HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj, the fifth spiritual successor to Bhagwan Swaminarayan!
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On this
#PresidentsDay
, we reflect on when His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj met with Former President Barack Obama in 2017. During their visit, the two leaders agreed that more needs to be done to encourage young South Asians to pursue careers in public service.
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It was a pleasure to welcome Prime Minister
@JustinTrudeau
to
@BAPS_Toronto
to receive the blessings of His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj. Thank you for joining us as we celebrate 50 years of
@BAPS_Toronto
in Canada.
For 50 years, BAPS has been an important part of the Canadian family. This afternoon, we joined members of the
@BAPS_Toronto
community to celebrate their 50th anniversary – and to reaffirm that, no matter how you pray or where you are from, you are always welcome in Canada.
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On the eve of Election Day,
@BAPS
Mandirs including in Chino Hills, CA and Atlanta, GA were lit up in red white and blue as a symbol of our national unity and to encourage everyone to vote tomorrow!
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Learn more about the historic
@BAPS
Mandir to be built in the United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪 following today’s groundbreaking ceremonies presided over by HH
#MahantSwami
Maharaj in Abu Dhabi.
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The
@BAPS
Mandir in Chino Hills, CA was illuminated this evening as a part of the
#COVIDMemorial
. We join together in this national moment of unity and remembrance to honor the lives lost to COVID-19.
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Celebrating
@UN
#WorldInterfaithHarmonyWeek
! Reflecting on Interfaith Day held on Oct. 4, 2023, where diverse faiths united at
@akshardham_usa
. Embracing unity in diversity, this event highlighted shared values that bind humanity, echoing the teachings of HH Mahant Swami Maharaj.
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Thank you,
@RepTomSuozzi
for visiting the
@BAPS
temple in Queens, NY and presenting an American flag, which was flown at the U.S. Capitol, in honor of Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s centential birthday celebrations.
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Today marks one year since the opening of the
@BAPS
Swaminarayan Akshardham in New Jersey, a landmark of Hindu art and architecture. We invite all to visit, and experience peace and harmony.
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On this day in 1974, HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj visited Cincinnati City Hall to meet Mayor Theodore M. Berry & to receive the ‘Key to the City.’ Swamiji also visited a 108-year-old synagogue & the Council of Christian Communion to meet with faith leaders.
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HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj, December 7, 1921 - August 13, 2016.
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The
@BAPS
Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in London, popularly known as the
@NeasdenTemple
, celebrates its 25th anniversary with tributes from around the United Kingdom and the world, including HRH The Prince of Wales.
#NeasdenTemple25
The first of its kind outside India,
@NeasdenTemple
serves the local community as a place of worship, learning, celebration, peace and community service.
#NeasdenTemple25
Watch HRH’s message in full ⬇️
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Thank you
@stopaapihate
for standing with us, united against hate and for calling out the anti-Hindu, xenophobic desecration of BAPS mandirs in NY & CA
#StopAAPIHate
We were devastated to learn that just this morning, a Hindu temple in Mather, California was desecrated with vile, anti-Hindu messages in an act of hate that is sending shockwaves across local Hindu and South Asian communities.
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Today we celebrate the 91st birthday of His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj, the current spiritual head of
@BAPS
.
His teachings of unity and respect for all continue to serve as a beacon of inspiration for personal growth and uplifting diverse communities.
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We extend our heartfelt gratitude to
@RepTomSuozzi
for his powerful words on the House floor denouncing hate and speaking out against the desecration of the
@BAPS
Mandir in Melville, NY. Your leadership and support reinforce the importance of unity, respect, and peace.
This past weekend, the
@BAPS
Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Melville was desecrated with hateful graffiti. This morning, I spoke on the House floor about the increase in incidents of vandalism, bigotry, and hate on Long Island, in New York, and across our country. Hate is not the
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Today we celebrate the 101th birthday of His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj, whose humility, commitment to promoting peace and understanding, and message of service inspired countless people across the globe, from well-wishers to world leaders.
#pramukhswami
#psm100
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On September 1, 2000, HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj met Mayor Lee Brown at Houston City Hall, where he received the Key to the City of
@HoustonTX
. The mayor also issued a proclamation declaring Pramukh Swami Maharaj as an Honorary Citizen and Goodwill Ambassador of the City.
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Today, we honor the leaders who have left an indelible mark on our nation's history. As we reflect on democracy, unity, and progress, let's draw inspiration from Abraham Lincoln, whose timeless wisdom echoes at
@akshardham_usa
.
#PresidentsDay
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Today we celebrate HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj‘s 98th birthday. He was a humble leader who brought
@BAPS
to the US in 1974 and inspired its growth over the next 42 years. His faith in God permeated his entire life and inspired generations towards lives of spirituality and service.
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As we conclude the
#Diwali
celebration on Capitol Hill and as a part of our
#BAPSAdvocacyDay
events,
@BAPS
was honored to lead the opening prayer for today’s session of the House of Representatives. We thank
@RepBrianFitz
for making this historic event for
@BAPS
possible!
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Today, the
@BAPS
Mandir in Chino Hills, CA, hosted a
#COVID19
vaccination drive in partnership with
@Walmart
. It was an honor to have the Office of
@RepYoungKim
join our
@BAPSCharities
volunteers in expanding vaccine access to the broader community.
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It was our deepest honor to pay tribute to His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj on his centennial birth anniversary with
@IndiaUNNewYork
at the
@UN
Headquarters in New York City on December 7, 2022.
#PSM100
Pramukh Swami Maharaj's Centennial Celebrated at the United Nations, New York, NY, USA
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Encouraging all to get the COVID-19 vaccine is a natural extension of
@BAPS
year-long effort towards COVID-19 education, prevention and care. Learn more about this effort at our temples across the U.S. in this
@nytimes
article and at .
Because the reasons people cite for mistrusting vaccines are rooted in religious belief, clergy members of all faiths are well-positioned to encourage congregants to get the Covid-19 vaccine.
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We are looking forward to celebrating
#Diwali
on Capitol Hill tonight with the support of Members of Congress and
@AAHOA
,
@HinduAmerican
,
@JainaOrg
, and
@artoflivingusa
!
#CapitolHillDiwali2022
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During today’s
@WHCOVIDResponse
briefing, U.S.
@Surgeon_General
, Dr. Vivek Murthy, highlighted
@BAPSCharities
’ efforts to increase vaccine access, confidence, and motivation, especially among the elderly. Together, we can defeat the pandemic.
#WeCanDoThis
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Our fourth diya lighting tonight at
#DiwalionCapitolHill
featured
@RepCartwright
,
@RepJimCosta
, and
@SuhagAShukla
from
@HinduAmerican
.
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Prime Minister
@narendramodi
joined
#MahantSwami
Maharaj to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the
@BAPS
Akshardham temple in Gujarat, India
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It was an honor to welcome
@RepBuddyCarter
to the
@BAPS
Mandir in Lilburn, GA, for a tour and to meet our members and Swamis. We look forward to welcoming our representatives again as we work to overcome the
#COVID19
pandemic.
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Celebrating Mahant Swami Maharaj’s 91st birthday is an opportunity to remind ourselves of the values that he has exemplified throughout his life — values that are even more relevant in a world today that tests our collective humanity, compassion & unity.
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Thank you
@RepKevinMullin
for visiting
@AkshardhamUSA
.
Rep. Mullin toured the landmark that will celebrate Hindu culture, architecture, and traditions. He met with volunteers from California who have embodied the spirit of service and he met with HH Mahant Swami Maharaj.
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Thank you,
@RepShriThanedar
for taking the time to visit the
@BAPS
Mandir in San Jose, CA, and meet with Senior Swamis.
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Thank you Rep.
@PeteSessions
for joining
@BAPS
to celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj in Dallas.
#PSM100
@baps
I really enjoyed my time at the Pramukh Swami Maharaj Centennial Celebrations. Humility, Love, and Faith are all virtues that should be exude by every individual.
#PramukhSwami100
#PSM100
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Thank you
@RepStenyHoyer
for taking the time to visit
@akshardham_usa
for the inauguration. Volunteers from MD-5 have embodied the spirit of service exemplified by the spiritual head of
@BAPS
- HH Mahant Swami Maharaj.
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During periods of crisis, our strength as a nation lies in our faith and unity. We offer our prayers for the former President and the victims of this senseless violence and for our country to persevere and emerge stronger.
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BAPS volunteers had the honor of joining Delegate
@DonScott757
and other members of the Virginia House of Delegates on January 18th. They led the legislative prayer with the Shanti Path, a Vedic prayer for peace, at the beginning of the legislative session.
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Thank you, Rep.
@NormaJTorres
for celebrating
#Diwali
and the New Year with us at
@BAPSLosAngeles
. Always great to have you.
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Thank you
@RoKhanna
for visiting
@akshardham_usa
!
A sentimental moment to be with my parents at
@akshardham_usa
- a landmark celebrating culture, architecture, & service. The Indian American community is no longer in the shadows as it was through my youth. As impressive as any world landmark including the Taj Mahal & Notre Dame.
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Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations, Ambassador
@RuchiraKamboj
@IndiaUNNewYork
addresses the audience on the occasion of the centenary celebrations of His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj at the United Nations.
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Members from multiple parties in the Canadian House of Commons paid tribute yesterday to the inspiring life and contributions of HH
#PramukhSwami
Maharaj as we celebrate his 100th birth anniversary. Thank you
@AryaCanada
and
@TimUppal
for the wonderful tributes.
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Today we pay tribute to
#PramukhSwami
Maharaj on his 97th birthday and take inspiration from a divine life of devotion, service and unconditional love for all.
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Prime Minister
@JustinTrudeau
visited the
@BAPS
Toronto Mandir to welcome
#MahantSwami
Maharaj & to celebrate
#BAPSToronto10
&
#Canada150
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Warmest wishes from BAPS Public Affairs to everyone who is celebrating Eid al-Fitr.
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As India continues to battle the dire COVID-19 situation in the country,
@BAPS
and
@BAPSCharities
are working to provide temporary hospital beds, medical equipment and supplies, and food to those in need.
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.
@BAPS
volunteers took part in key discussions at the
@UN
Summit of the Future Action Day 2 on shaping a digital future, fostering peace, and building a sustainable world for all. Inspired by the insights shared—let’s keep driving global progress together!
#OurCommonFuture
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Thank you,
@RepBethVanDuyne
(TX-24) and
@RepMcCormick
(GA-6) for taking the time to visit the
@BAPS
Mandir in Irving, TX. Great to have you both visit.
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Thank you
@RepMikeLawler
(NY-17) for visiting
@akshardham_usa
. Your engagement exemplifies the power of pluralism and mutual understanding that is advanced through this Hindu landmark.
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On this National Day of Service & Remembrance, we honor the lives & heroes lost on 9/11/2001.
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BAPS Public Affairs is proud to highlight women leaders in public service across the United States. We thank these leaders for their dedication, spirit of service, and for being role models to many around the country.
#IWD
#IWD2022
#internationalwomensday
#breakthebias
#baps
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Today
@BAPS
held virtual religious assemblies for our congregations across the United States coinciding with the
#NationalDayOfPrayer
. Families gathered in their homes to listen to sermons, affirm their faith, and pray for both the affected and for a resolution to this crisis.
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Thank you to Assemblymember
@alex_lee
of California’s 24th district for sharing your kind words and sentiments on the opening of
@akshardham_usa
.
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Delivering care packages, prepared and delivered in accordance with public health guidelines,
@BAPSCharities
is working to support individuals and families in a time of social distancing.
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Earlier today, the
@BAPS
Mandir in Stafford, TX, hosted a
#COVID19
vaccination drive in collaboration with
@FortBendHealth
. We thank
@RepAlGreen
and
@JudgeKPGeorge
for joining
@BAPSCharities
volunteers as we work to increase vaccine access and defeat the pandemic.
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Honored to have South Korean President Moon Jae-in and his wife visit the
@BAPS
Akshardham temple in New Delhi. President Moon shared his sentiments after visiting the temple, saying “I pray for peace in Korea, India and the whole world...”
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Thank you Ambassador
@HarshVShringla
for visiting the
@BAPS
Mandir in
@RobbinsvilleTwp
, NJ. We enjoyed showing you the beautiful Mandir and the progress of the
#Akshardham
Mahamandir!
@IndianEmbassyUS
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The
@BAPS
community stands in solidarity with Congregation Beth Israel and the Jewish community at-large. There is no place for antisemitism.
We pray for all those affected and that people of all faiths are free to practice without fear of violence or persecution.
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We appreciate
@GovBillLee
of Tennessee for graciously taking the time to meet with Swamis and a dedicated volunteer from BAPS at the Tennessee State Capitol yesterday. Thank you for the meaningful conversation and exchange.
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Thank you
@Congressman_JVD
(NJ-2) for joining us for the inaugural celebrations this past week. We appreciate your heartfelt words and the proclamations recognizing HH Mahant Swami Maharaj and
@akshardham_usa
.
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In a heartwarming display of diplomacy and cultural exchange, we extend our sincere thanks to
@RepRoKhanna
& Rep.
@MichaelGWaltz
, co-chairs of the bipartisan Congressional Caucus on India & Indian Americans, &
@RepDeborahRoss
&
@RepKatCammack
for visiting
@DelhiAkshardham
.
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Thank you, Minister of Immigration
@SeanFraserMP
for coming to welcome His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj to Canada. It was great to have you join us at
@BAPS_Toronto
.
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Thank you
@RepDeborahRoss
for taking the time to visit the BAPS Mandir in Raleigh, NC.
We appreciated you sharing valuable insights on your recent travel to India and visiting
@DelhiAkshardham
as part of the United States Congressional Delegation.
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We appreciate
@RepJohnRose
for visiting the
@BAPS
Mandir in Nashville, TN. Thank you for taking the time to meet with Senior Swamis, our volunteers, and our youth.
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Thanks
@GovMurphy
for highlighting the importance of ensuring vaccination access for every demographic in New Jersey.
@BAPSCharities
is honored to play a part in this effort!
By bringing the vaccine directly to the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Robbinsville and providing translation services, this collaborative effort between
@BAPSCharities
and
@rwjhamilton
is helping ensure we equitably meet our vaccination goal.
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We extend our gratitude to
@Rep_Jackson
(IL-1) for attending the opening festivities this past week at
@akshardham_usa
. It was a pleasure to have you join us.
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We were honored to have
@JohnCarneyDE
attend the historic inauguration of
@akshardham_usa
. He joined HH Mahant Swami Maharaj and thousands of attendees in the grand celebration. We are grateful for your friendship and your kind words.
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Thank you
@CongressmanRaja
for taking the time to visit
@akshardham_usa
.
Rep. Krishnamoorthi was able to appreciate the art and culture as well as meet some of the devoted volunteers who exemplify the value of service. He concluded his visit meeting HH Mahant Swami Maharaj.
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Thank you,
@RepAndyKimNJ
for taking the time to join us at
@BAPSRBV
. We enjoyed hearing you speak about the importance of working together as a community in the spirt of unity, which is a lesson that HH Mahant Swami Maharaj emphasizes for all.
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Today we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom, shaping a country that embraces diversity and opportunities for all to succeed in their aspirations.
#MemorialDay
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BAPS Charities has organized seven vaccination drives to date. Both
@BAPS
&
@BAPSCharities
are proud members of the
@HHSgov
COVID-19 Community Corps. Join us in partnering with
@HHSgov
to increase vaccine confidence and defeat the pandemic.
#WeCanDoThis
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Today we commemorate the
@UN
International Day of Peace. On this day we remember the words of His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj when he addressed an assembly of international religious leaders at the UN:
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Members of
@BAPS
had a wonderful time celebrating
#Diwali
on Parliament Hill. Thank you, MP
@AryaCanada
for hosting this historic event.
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We enjoyed having
@RepMaxwellFrost
(FL-10) join us for the
#Diwali
celebration at the
@BAPS
Mandir in Orlando. Thank you for visiting.
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BAPS members in PA’s 1st Congressional District held a virtual town hall this evening with
@RepBrianFitz
to discuss how
@BAPSCharities
is responding to
#COVID19
and to learn more about the
#CARESAct
. Thanks
@RepBrianFitz
for your time!
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We thank
@RepSteel
for taking the time to join us for the
#Diwali
and New Year celebrations at
@BAPSLosAngeles
.
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Thank you for visiting the
@BAPS_Toronto
Mandir! It was great to have all of you.
HC designate Shri Sanjay Kumar Verma along with Smt Gunjan Verma and CG
@_apoorvasri
visited
@baps_toronto
Swaminarayan Temple
@BAPS
@HCI_Ottawa
@cgivancouver
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