[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 125 (Thursday, July 30, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Page S4368]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING THE HINDU CENTER OF CHARLOTTE

 Mr. TILLIS. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the Hindu 
Center of Charlotte, which first opened in 1982. Since its founding, 
the Hindu Center of Charlotte has been an anchor of the local Hindu 
community and exemplifies the enduring values of faith, family, 
service, education, and civic engagement. Recently, I was glad to 
attend the grand inauguration of the center's new Vedic Mandir 
alongside community leaders, other elected officials, and thousands of 
devotees celebrating this historic milestone.
  The grand inauguration of the new Vedic Mandir represents the 
continued growth of the Hindu community in Charlotte, as well as the 
deep cultural and social bonds that have been formed. It was an honor 
to attend the grand inauguration with so many other important community 
leaders and attendees, and I look forward to seeing the community 
continue to grow.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the Hindu Center of 
Charlotte for this historic milestone and wishing them continued growth 
and prosperity.

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