In a big improvement that deepens the cultural ties with India, a Hindu temple “Sabka mandir” has been opened in Taiwan. It marks a big milestone within the people-to-people connection between the 2 sides. At the center of this exceptional achievement is Andy Singh Arya, an Indian expatriate of twenty years and proprietor of a famend Indian restaurant in Taiwan. 

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Sana Hashmi, an Indian nationwide residing in Taiwan, expressed her delight, and advised WION, “The establishment of this temple underscores Taiwan’s deep commitment to fostering a harmonious relationship with the Indian community in India.”

The inauguration of the temple stands as a historic second within the cultural narrative of India-Taiwan relations. Dr. Priya Lalwani Purswaney, the founding father of IiT- Indians in Taiwan, highlighted the resonance of this improvement, emphasizing that it resonates not solely with Indians residing in Taiwan but additionally with Taiwanese residents who recognise the necessity for such an area. 

“This is a historic moment in India Taiwan cultural connections. Not only Indians in Taiwan,  but also Taiwanese friends have been pointing out the need for one. We hope that this auspicious development will bring blessings of peace and happiness to Taiwan,” she shared.

The temple’s inauguration finds itself in opposition to the backdrop of increasing diplomatic endeavours. Taiwan just lately revealed plans to ascertain the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in Mumbai, a hub for fostering exchanges and collaborations. 

This diplomatic enterprise underscores the deepening ties and mutual aspirations for enhanced cooperation. Additionally, a migration and mobility pact, anticipated to be signed in October, is poised to bolster people-to-people engagement and facilitate smoother migration from India to Taiwan. 

As the temple doorways open, it signifies not solely a religious milestone but additionally resonates with the burgeoning financial collaboration between Taiwan and India. With bilateral commerce flourishing and investments amounting to USD 1.5 billion throughout numerous sectors, together with expertise, medical gadgets, and vehicle parts, the connection is poised to soar to new heights. 

While “Sakba Mandi” is being billed as Taiwan’s first temple the place the Indian group can collect, the place already had an “ISKON temple” and a Lord Ganesha Temple, seen as rather more well-liked amongst Thais. 

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