UK Parliament Sikh MP Lord Indrajit Singh Portrait
UK Parliament Sikh MP Lord Indrajit Singh Portrait: Lord Indrajit Singh, the first turban-wearing Sikh MP of UK and Europe, has received a big honour. In recognition of his services and contribution to the nation, his portrait has been installed in the Bishop’s Corridor of the House of Lords of the British Parliament in Westminster, London. This is the first time that a portrait of a Sikh has been displayed in the British Parliament. Portrait unveiling ceremony of Lord Inderjit Singh in the presence of British Sikh MPs Tanmanjit Singh Dhesi, Lord Kuldeep Singh Sahota, Jas Athwal MP, Kirith Entwistle MP, Richard Bacon, MP Bhagat Singh Shankar and Lady Singh Dr Kanwaljit Kaur Oubi, their family and friends Happened.
Lord Inderjit Singh’s contribution appreciated
Praising the contribution of Lord Inderjit Singh on this special occasion, Lord Speaker Faulkner, Chairman of the House of Lords Heritage Committee, said that Inderjit Singh did unprecedented work in increasing the understanding of Sikhism in the UK. On this occasion, Tanmanjit Singh Dhesi said that displaying the portrait of Lord Inderjit Singh in Parliament is a historic step and it will become a center of attraction for all the MPs and visitors to this prestigious House.
‘A matter of honor for Sikhs’
Commenting on this achievement, Global Sikh Council (GSC) Treasurer Harsaran Singh said that the installation of the portrait of Lord Inderjit Singh, a turbaned Sikh in the UK Parliament, in the House of Lords is a matter of pride for the entire Sikh community and the Punjabi community. GSC Vice President Ram Singh said that this is the first time that a Gursikh’s portrait will adorn the walls of the historic UK Parliament. Council Vice President Paramjit Singh Bedi from America said that it is a matter of great honor for all Sikhs that Lord Singh’s achievements and selfless services have been recognized at the highest level.
Lord Singh’s contribution a source of inspiration for coming generations
Global Sikh Council General Secretary Harjeet Singh Grewal said the recognition is a testament to Lord Inderjit Singh’s lifelong dedication and contribution to British society, the Sikh community and interfaith harmony. Jagir Singh from Malaysia, Executive Member of the Council, said that Lord Singh’s contribution to Parliament and interfaith movements will always be an inspiration for future generations.
UK Parliament Sikh MP Lord Indrajit Singh Portrait
Received the title of ‘Baron Singh of Wimbledon’
Satnam Singh Poonia, Executive Member, Global Sikh Council, UK said that Lord Singh, assuming the title of ‘Baron Singh of Wimbledon’, has set another milestone. He has upheld Sikh values and has earned respect from all parties even in the British Parliament. Chairman of Sikh Prachar Samiti, Rajinder Singh called it a historic achievement for the entire Sikh community and said it was a moment of immense pride.
Sikh leaders who created history met
Tanmanjit Singh Dhesi (left), the first turbaned Sikh MP in the UK House of Commons, meets Lord Inderjit Singh, the first turbaned Sikh appointed to the UK House of Lords. It was a historic moment when both the turban-wearing Sikh MPs gathered for the unveiling ceremony of Lord Singh’s portrait, which is being installed in the UK Parliament. Welcoming family and friends, he also shared his views on important issues related to British society and Sikhs in the UK.
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