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His Holiness Brahmavihari Swamiji, head of BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi and responsible for international relations at BAPS, visited Salt Lake City, Utah, to meet with the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on June 18, 2025. During his visit, he also toured several Church sites including Deseret Industries on Welfare Square and attended an organ recital at the Conference Center on Temple Square.
The meeting was attended by Elder David A. Bednar and Elder Patrick Kearon from the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, along with Elder Anthony D. Perkins, President of the Middle East/Africa North Area, and Elder Matthew S. Holland, executive director of the Church Communication Department.
The discussions focused on shared goals to serve God's children through humanitarian relief and peacemaking efforts. Both parties expressed a sense of unity and mutual respect throughout their dialogue.
BAPS (Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha) is recognized for its commitment to promoting moral values and providing humanitarian services. It operates over 1,800 temples worldwide and has a following in the tens of millions.
His Holiness Brahmavihari Swamiji is a core leader within BAPS's governing body, reporting directly to His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj. He has been instrumental in developing significant projects such as London's Neasden temple and Swaminarayan Akshardham complexes in India and the USA.
Recently, he led the creation of the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, marking it as a historic cultural bridge in the Middle East aimed at fostering understanding among diverse communities.
