British PM presents book to Indian religious head
May 17th, 2008 - 8:03 pm ICT by admin ( Leave a comment )
Mumbai, May 17 (IANS) British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has presented an autographed copy of his book “Courage: Eight Portraits” to Dawoodi Bohra spiritual head Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin in London. Brown received Burhanuddin Friday at his 10, Downing Street office, according to an announcement here by the Syedna’s office.
He felicitated Burhanuddin who turned 97 early this month.
He signed the book: “To His Holiness. In admiration of your courage. Gordon Brown.”
Burhanuddin felicitated Brown with a shawl and they discussed issues of socio-economic interest.
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