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Spiritual Support at the London Olympics- – Multi-faith Centre in Athletesâ€™ Village

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London 2012 was revolutionary in many ways, even from a spiritual dimension. One of the unique features of the Olympic site was a multi-faith centre, strategically placed in the heart of the Athletesâ€™ Village, offering easy and ready access to anyone who felt the need to seek spiritual guidance.

Sachi Kishore das served as one of the chaplains at the centre, taking on a range of responsibilities such as facilitating a puja ceremony on the day of Janmastami. He also provided pastoral care to those who visited, and administered yoga and meditation sessions, instilling inner stability and strength in the athletes. He also met with support coaches, staff and volunteers.

â€œThe multi-faith centre was in my opinion one of the vital aspects of London 2012,â€ Sachi Kishore das explained. â€œIt offered a haven where anyone was welcome to come and meditate or read from scriptures. For me, this added a much needed spiritual touch to the Olympics, making the Games truly completeâ€.

The day the Indian Team was welcomed into the Olympic Village. On Saci Kishoreâ€™s right is a Christian Chaplain and a coach from the Indian team.

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