Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani and Deputy Chief Minister Nitinbhai Patel released a souvenir on Vishwa Umiya Dham at the Shilanyas Samaroh here today.
Speaking on the occasion, he said the world’s tallest temple being built at Umiya Dham by Vishwa Umiya Foundation in the state will make Gujarat world-class, from becoming Uttam to Sarvottam.
Mr. Rupani said that it is a matter of pride. The construction of this temple will contribute to
building a New India, working for the development of the society. The Patidar Samaj has
emerged as a society working for every sections of the society. People of every section
should come forward and donate for social equanimity.
He said that Gujarat has attained many achievements in the country and abroad. The
majestic Umiya Mandir when built will add to the list of new centres of pilgrimage. The
world’s largest cricket stadium at Motera, the Statue of Unity and religious places like
Umiya Dham will also help tourism activity in the state in coming days.
Those present on the occasion included Energy Minister Saurabhbhai Patel, Minister of
State for Home Pradeepsinh Jadeha, BJP State President Jitubhai Vaghani, Art of Living
Foundation’s Shri Shri Ravi Shankar, BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha Param Pujya Doctor
Swami, Akhil Bharatiya Rashtriya Sant Samity Sarsa President Acharya Avichaldasji
Maharaj, Umiya Dham Head Manibhai Patel and other Trustees.
Source: Information Department, Gujarat