The coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla will be a moment of national pride, Rishi Sunak said.
London:
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has delivered a special message in celebration of the coronation of King Charles III, highlighting the central role played by all religions in the more than a thousand-year-old religious ceremony.
The Indian-origin leader and the first Hindu incumbent of 10 Downing Street will take an active part in the ceremony at Westminster Abbey on Saturday when he reads from the Bible book of Colossians in keeping with a recent tradition of UK prime ministers. Giving readings on state occasions.
The daughter of Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy, he and his wife Akshata Murthy will also head a procession of flag-bearers as the UK flag is carried into the abbey by a high-ranking Royal Air Force (RAF) cadet. ,
“In the abbey where kings have been crowned for almost a thousand years, representatives of every religion will play a central role for the first time,” Sunak said in a statement on the eve of the historic event.
“The coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla will be a moment of extraordinary national pride. Together with friends across the Commonwealth and beyond, we will celebrate the enduring nature of our great monarchy: its continuity, devotion to duty and service. The country cannot afford to put on such dazzling displays – processions, colorful celebrations, ceremonies and street parties,” he said.
However, he insisted the coronation – the first in 70 years since Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in June 1953 – is not just a spectacle, but a proud expression of history, culture and traditions.
He added: “A vivid display of the modern character of our country. And a cherished ritual through which a new era is born … and a fitting tribute to the spirit of service that would define the Carolean era, throughout our country.” people will help.” their communities with thousands of acts of kindness.
“So let’s celebrate this weekend with pride in who we are and what we stand for. Let’s look to the future with hope and optimism. And make new memories, so that we can tell our grandchildren about that day.” Can tell the day we came together to sing: ‘God Save the King’.”
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