“Preparations in Full Swing for ‘Ahlan Modi’ Event in Abu Dhabi” The Zayed Sports City Stadium in Abu Dhabi is fully prepared for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming address to the Indian diaspora at the “Ahlan Modi” event scheduled for Tuesday. With approximately 3.5 million Indian expatriates, constituting about 35% of the UAE’s population, the event has garnered remarkable interest, receiving over 65,000 registrations. Jitendra Vaidya, President of the Indian People Forum and leader of the ‘Ahlan Modi’ initiative, described the event as unique, driven by the community’s collective effort rather than any single organization. Featuring an exhibition by over 700 cultural artists, the event aims to celebrate the diverse Indian arts and showcase the integration of thousands of blue-collar workers from across the emirates. The strong participation of over 150 Indian community groups highlights India’s regional diversity and communal harmony, with significant support from women symbolizing empowerment and unity. In a remarkable display of solidarity and anticipation, the ‘Nari Shakti’ of the Indian community has shown overwhelming support and enthusiasm. They have registered in significant numbers and are actively promoting the event, embodying the spirit of women’s empowerment, communal harmony and participation, according to the organising committee.
Following the ‘Ahlan Modi’ event, PM Modi is set to inaugurate the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi, the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Mandir, on Wednesday. Expressing gratitude to UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for facilitating the temple’s construction, Sadhu Brahmaviharidas unveiled the temple’s rich symbolism and advanced technology incorporated into its design. Already a symbol of global unity, the Mandir has seen contributions from over 60,000 individuals worldwide and received recognition from ambassadors of 40 nations, highlighting its significance on the global stage.
Sadhu Brahmaviharidas also unveiled the rich symbolism embedded in temple’s design. Adorned with seven spires, the Mandir symbolises gratitude towards the unity of the seven emirates, reflecting the harmonious relationship between India and the UAE. The seven spires also pay homage to seven important deities, underscoring the interconnectedness of cultures and religions.
The incorporation of advanced technology, including 300 sensors, elevates the temple to the status of a scientific marvel.