General elections are being held in Britain. A large population of Hindus resides there. In such a situation, the issues of Hindus are a big election issue in the elections there this time. Dr. Reva Goody, who is the candidate of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party, has described the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita as her source of inspiration.
Dr. Reva stated that the principles of Dharma (religiosity), Seva (service), and Ahimsa (non-violence) are an integral part of my approach to politics. She said that she believes in the power of inclusion. During one of her campaigns, she said that faith and culture have been a guiding force throughout my life.
"...I got the power to move forward from the Gita." Dr. Reva Goody
Dr. Reva Goody, who considers the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita as her inspiration, says that there are often many ups and downs in politics simultaneously, in which I have to deal with many people and many types of situations. Dr. Reva says that the Bhagavad Gita emphasizes giving up ego, detachment, and service without desire for the fruits of action. This message from Gita has inspired me to move forward in this journey of politics.
Who is Reva Goody?
It is worth noting that Dr. Reva Goody lives in Hillingdon, West London, UK. She is originally Indian, but she was born in Barnet, North London. She has been living in Hillingdon with her husband and children since 2016. She has been a general teacher at the NHS for the last 20 years. She says that if she becomes an MP, she will try to bring about concrete changes in the community. Dr. Reva says that after becoming an MP, I will be tough on crime and will work together with various agencies and organizations to find meaningful solutions.