BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir is a Hindu temple in Columbia, South Carolina, rooted in the teachings of Bhagwan Swaminarayan and the tradition formalized by Shastriji Maharaj. Inspired by Pramukh Swami Maharaj and guided by Mahant Swami Maharaj, the mandir reflects a devotional life that joins worship with ethical living, volunteerism, and social responsibility. As part of the BAPS tradition, it embodies a service-oriented expression of Hindu faith that emphasizes prayer alongside community care, with broader humanitarian efforts associated with health and wellness, education, environmental awareness, community empowerment, and disaster relief.