Swaminarayan Akshardham in New Delhi welcomed a distinguished delegation of state Members of Parliament from the Parliament of Victoria during their visit to India, reinforcing the cultural bonds between Australia and India.
The delegation included Lee Tarlamis MP, Government Whip in the Legislative Council; Pauline Richards MP, Government Whip in the Legislative Assembly; Belinda Wilson MP, Deputy Whip in the Legislative Assembly; Sheena Watt MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Emergency Services and Climate Action; and Juliana Addison MP, Chair of the Legislative Assembly Environment and Planning Committee.
The MPs were warmly received and taken on an immersive tour of the spiritual complex. They paid their respects at the mandir, admired the temple’s intricate architecture, performed the abhishek ritual of Shri Neelkanth Varni, and engaged with the inspiring messages of Indian culture showcased in the Hall of Values and on the cultural boat ride.
The visiting parliamentarians expressed heartfelt appreciation for Akshardham’s message of peace, harmony, and selfless service, describing the experience as deeply moving. Their visit highlighted the enduring friendship and shared democratic values between India and Australia.
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