British Prime Minister Theresa May has paid respect to H.H. Pramukh Swami Maharaj in her condolence message after the sad demise of HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj, head of sociospiritual organisation Bochasanvasi Akshar Purushottam Sansthan belonging to the world renowed Swaminarayan sect. Thousands of politicalis leaders and prominent dignitaries have sent their condolence messages or visited the temple in Sarangpur where the holy saint's mortal remains have been kept. The cremation will take place on Wednesday (August 17)
In her condolence message May said, 'I would like to pay my condolences to British Hindus, especially the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, on the passing away of H.H. Pramukh Swami Maharaj.'
'H.H. Pramukh Swami Maharaj inspired millions with his powerful motto: 'in the good of others lies our own". This legacy of selfless service will
continue to benefit humanity for a long time to come.
' I remember fondly my visit to Neasden Mandir in March 2013, as Home Secretary, to speak at an inspiring conference for International Women's Day
organised by BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha.'
'I also had the opportunity to see the fantastic work that BAPS does across the world to improve the lives of others, and people giving up their time
generously to do it. H.H. Pramukh Swami Maharaj exemplified the values of British Hindus whose contribution helps make the United Kingdom one of the world's most
successful multi-cultural, multi-faith democracies.'
