NEW DELHI: Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, accompanied by his daughters, wife, and mother-in-law Sudha Murty, toured the Taj Mahal on Saturday.
The family’s visit to the monument lasted approximately ninety minutes. Sunak’s itinerary includes a two-day stay in Agra.
The Archaeological Survey of India’s senior conservation assistant at the Taj Mahal verified that Rishi Sunak and his family had a pleasant experience during their visit.
The couple documented their appreciation by writing personal messages in the visitor’s book. “A truly breathtaking visit. Few places in the world can unite like the Taj Mahal. Our children will never forget seeing this… We are so grateful to the warm hospitality. An unforgettable experience for our whole family. Thank you,” he penned in his remarks.
Meanwhile, his spouse, Akshata, wrote, “A memory for the ages”.
ACP, Taj Security, Areeb Ahmed was quoted by PTI saying, “Rishi Sunak and his family were provided top-tier security throughout their visit. The Taj Mahal was shown to them under strict security measures, in collaboration with the CISF.”
Earlier this month, Sunak visited the Parsee Gymkhana at Marine Drive in Mumbai on February 2, where he was seen showcasing his cricketing skills in a game of tennis ball cricket. Later, he attended the fifth and final T20I match of the series between India and England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Rishi Sunak held the position of the 57th British prime minister, with his tenure spanning from October 2022 until November 2024.
As for his personal relationship, the ex-PM’s marriage to Akshata’s has spanned 15 years, and they are parents to two children. Akshata Murty‘s parents are Infosys Co-founder Narayan Murthy and author-philanthropist Sudha Murty.
Their paths crossed at Stanford University during their academic pursuits, where Akshata was an MBA student and Rishi attended as a Fulbright Scholar, having previously earned a first-class degree from Oxford University. Their relationship blossomed at university, leading to their wedding in 2009.
Meanwhile, Sudha Murthy is an Indian author, philanthropist, and chairperson of Infosys Foundation. A former engineer, she has contributed to education, healthcare, and rural development. She writes in Kannada and English and is known for her social work and literary contributions.