The inauguration of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi has been grabbing headlines recently. This is an important moment when the United Arab Emirates (UAE) gets its first Hindu temple. Actor Dilip Joshi, best known for his role as Jethalal in the popular sitcom Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, He visited the temple before its grand inauguration ceremony.

Sharing the significance of the initiative, Dilip Joshi told ANI, “Even seeing this, it is difficult to believe that such a beautiful BAPS temple has been built. When Prime Minister Modi laid the foundation stone of the temple I was present at the time. The Ruler of Dubai is so big-hearted that he gave the land and allowed the construction of this temple. I pray that the message of harmony will spread from this temple to all over the world.” Dilip Joshi also expressed his gratitude to the Ruler of Dubai Thanks for generously granting permission for its construction.

Apart from Dilip Joshi, many other celebrities attended the grand inauguration ceremony. After the consecration ceremony, Akshay Kumar shared a stunning picture of the temple on social media. The actor called it a “historic moment” and expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of its glory. He wrote on

Grammy Award winner Shankar Mahadevan was also present at the prestigious event.

The BAPS temple was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who said in a statement: “The BAPS temple will be a lasting tribute to the values ​​of harmony, peace and tolerance shared by India and the UAE.”

Located on 27 acres of land in Abu Mreikhah, near Al Rahba and close to the Dubai-Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Highway, this pink sandstone temple is one of the largest temples in the Middle East.