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Errol Musk, father of tech billionaire Elon Musk, visited the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on June 4, 2025, accompanied by his daughter Alexandra Musk and senior private company executives. Dressed in traditional kurta-pyjama, Errol participated in Hindu rituals and spent approximately 40 minutes at the temple, learning about Hindu mythology. He also visited the nearby Hanuman Garhi temple.
Describing the experience as “wonderful,” he expressed enthusiasm for the completion of the main temple structure, which he said could become a new wonder of the world. The visit was part of his five-day trip to India. Authorities provided extensive security for the visit, including high-tech anti-drone systems and a round-the-clock security presence in Ayodhya.
Errol Musk, serving as the Global Advisor to Servotech Renewable Power Systems Ltd, commenced his visit to India on June 1 and is scheduled to remain in the country until June 6, according to a statement from the Haryana-based company. The company noted that the purpose of his trip is centered on advancing India’s rapidly growing green technology sector and enhancing the development of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
Errol Musk’s visit to the Ram Mandir highlights the growing interest of international figures in India’s cultural and religious heritage. His positive remarks about the temple and his participation in Hindu rituals underscore the significance of this visit in fostering cultural exchange between India and the global community.
