New Delhi. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Sanstha on Tuesday received global praise and appreciation for its commendable work in the field of humanitarian aid and spirituality. The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Virginia, in the presence of all delegates, recognized and commended the commendable work of the BAPS Temple Society.
Mahasabha patron Kannan Srinivasan praised the organization and said that Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) is a social spiritual organization and temple. His volunteer-run fellowship is dedicated to fostering personal growth and improving society by promoting the Hindu values of faith, service and global harmony. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir enriches the lives of its members through spiritual guidance and a wide range of opportunities for worship, fellowship and community outreach, the Commonwealth of Virginia General Assembly said in a press note.
It further added that BAPS Temple actively supports the local community through presentations on health care and wellness, walkathons to benefit local and national organizations and agencies, and conferences to empower and uplift women. “BAPS Shree Swaminarayan Mandir connects and nurtures the youth through various activities, grooming them to be honest citizens and future leaders,” the Mahasabha said in its statement. Let us tell you that BAPS organization currently has more than 350 chapters in more than 30 states including five in the Commonwealth.