On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sri Sri Radha Mohan Temple, built by ISKCON, in Kharghar. During the event, he highlighted how the temple's design combines spirituality and science and shared his gratitude for being part of this special ceremony.

Following a heartfelt chant of "Hare Krishna… Hare Krishna" to begin his speech, PM Modi emphasised the importance of ISKCON's work on the holy ground of devotion and knowledge. "The outline and structure of the Radha Mohan Temple reflect the rich traditions of spirituality and science. It is a privilege to contribute to such an extraordinary endeavour," PM Modi said. The temple creates a venue for spiritual enlightenment by showcasing a variety of divine images. The complex features a museum centred on the epics of the Ramayana and Mahabharata to appeal to younger generations. A garden that draws inspiration from Vrindavan's twelve woodlands has also been created.

"This temple will not only serve as a centre of faith but also enrich India’s consciousness," PM Modi remarked. ISKCON's efforts to promote devotion and cultural awareness have reached a new milestone with the inauguration, offering a place for future generations to grow spiritually and ponder. "ISKCON devotees worldwide are connected by their unwavering devotion to Bhagwan Krishna, guided by a unique spiritual thread that keeps them united—the teachings and philosophy of Srila Prabhupada, the founder of ISKCON," said PM Modi in his speech.

"India is not just a piece of land bound by geographical borders. It is a living, vibrant culture and tradition," said PM Modi, underscoring the country’s rich spiritual heritage. "The consciousness of this culture lies in its spirituality. To truly understand India, one must first embrace its spiritual essence. Those who view the world through a materialistic lens may see India as a mere collection of diverse languages and regions. But when one connects with India’s cultural consciousness, its vast and unified form becomes evident, added PM Modi."

ISKCON, through its teachings and practices, plays a key role in connecting people culturally and spiritually. It brings millions of devotees together worldwide, all united in their devotion to Bhagwan Krishna and the timeless values of India's spiritual traditions. In a speech, PM Modi emphasised the importance of unity in India's spiritual and cultural heritage. He pointed out how different languages and traditions across the country come together in thought and spirit, all driven by devotion. "Our spiritual culture is founded on the principle of selfless service. Spirituality teaches us that serving humanity and serving the divine are one and the same. Bhagwan Krishna beautifully explained the true meaning of service—it is selfless and free of personal gain," the Prime Minister said.

PM Modi highlighted that India's ancient scriptures and religious texts emphasise the importance of service. He also praised organisations like ISKCON for their valuable contributions to society, which are based on these selfless principles. "ISKCON, as a grand institution, has been tirelessly working with a sense of devotion and service. During the Kumbh Mela, ISKCON has undertaken several notable service initiatives that reflect our collective spiritual values," he added.