UAE Tolerance Minister leads grand Diwali festivities at the BAPS Hindu Mandir alongside diplomats and thousands of community members.
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan officially inaugurated the ‘Unity of Lights’ illumination display during grand Diwali celebrations at the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi. The celebration drew thousands of visitors, prominent dignitaries, and diplomatic representatives to mark the festival of lights.
The ‘Unity of Lights’ installation features seven beams of light representing the seven emirates of the UAE, designed to symbolize national unity and collective strength. During the proceedings, Sheikh Nahyan lit the ceremonial Diwali lamp and observed the traditional ‘Maha Annakut’ offering at the temple complex.
Tolerance, friendship, and peaceful coexistence remain the enduring core values of the UAE, Sheikh Nahyan stated during his address to the gathering.
Swami Brahmaviharidas of the BAPS Hindu Mandir expressed gratitude to the visionary leadership of the UAE for fostering an environment of harmony. He emphasized that beyond illuminating physical surroundings, the true essence of Diwali lies in kindling the light of peace, kindness, and goodness within oneself.
On the occasion of Diwali, BAPS spiritual leader Mahant Swami Maharaj offered special prayers seeking peace, prosperity, joy, and unity across the UAE and throughout the world.
