Tributes to 'luminous presence' in Derby's Hindu community
Prof Jonathan Powers, fellow honorary vice president at the Multi-Faith Centre, said Mr Bali had been "a constant, luminous presence" in setting up the centre at the University of Derby's Kedleston Road site.He added: "He is someone who will be sorely missed by all who knew him."He would encourage us to accept the natural rhythm of existence but also encourage us to strive to keep the flame of enlightenment alive."
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