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Murty’s statement came as she joined Sunak and her daughter Akshata Murty as the guest of honour at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s annual Diwali gala in London.
Sudha Murty praises Rishi Sunak’s Indian cultural values in London. (File Photo)
Well-known author and Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty spoke of her pride in son-in-law and former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak for embodying “good Indian cultural values”.
Murty’s statement came as she joined Sunak and her daughter Akshata Murty as the guest of honour at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s annual Diwali gala in London on Saturday evening.
Rishi Sunak’s parents — Usha and Yashvir Sunak — were also present in the audience as Bhavan UK students showcased a variety of Indian classical music and dance forms.
“I always believe when you are abroad, your parents must do two things: one is good education, which gives you wings in return and you can fly anywhere and settle; the second is great culture, your origin which is Indian origin or roots which you can get at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan along with your parents,” said Murty as she delivered her keynote address.
“I want to congratulate Ushaji, my sambandhi and a good friend of mine, who gave her son Rishi Sunak, former prime minister, a great route to identify with the culture, making him a proud British citizen as well as [having] good Indian cultural values,” she said.
The philanthropist further went on to appeal to the British Indian community to enable the work of Bhavan UK’s cultural activities, “mentally, physically and financially”.
“You must send your children here to understand Indian culture because when you grow old you go towards your roots… that gap is addressed by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, so you have to help them in every way to survive,” said Murthy.
Murty presented mementoes to the team behind the centre’s many activities since the 1970s.
The students and teachers showcased their Kuchipudi, Kathak and Bharatanatyam skills at the annual Diwali celebration as they appealed for donations from the British Indian community to enhance their summer school and scholarship offerings.
(With inputs from PTI)
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