The British Parliament has made history by installing, for the first time, pictures of Sikh MPs alongside those of the British King and Queen.

Portrait of Lord Indrajit Singh, a Sikh member of the British Parliament: A huge honor has been given to Lord Inderjit Singh, the first turbaned Sikh MP in the UK and Europe. In recognition of his service and contribution to the country, his portrait is installed in the Bishops’ Gallery of the House of Lords of the British Parliament at Westminster, London. This is the first time a Sikh portrait has been displayed in the British Parliament. 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 and their family and friends attended the unveiling ceremony of the portrait of Lord Inderjit Singh. .

Thanks to Lord Inderjit Singh for his contribution

Speaker Faulkner, chairman of the Heritage Committee of the House of Lords, praised Lord Inderjit Singh for his contribution at this special moment, saying that Lord Inderjit Singh has done a lot to enhance the understanding of Sikhism in the UK. Work like never before. On the occasion, Tanmanjit Singh Dhesi said that displaying the portrait of Lord Inderjit Singh in the Parliament is a historic step and it will become an attraction for all MPs and those who visit the place. The tourist center of the famous House.

“A Matter of Sikh Honor”

Commenting on the achievement, Global Sikh Council (GSC) Treasurer Harsaran Singh said the installation of the British Parliament’s turbaned Sikh Lord Inderjit Singh in the House of Lords The portrait of Lord Inderjit Singh is the pride of the entire Sikh community, Punjabi community. GSC Vice Chairman Ram Singh said this is the first time Gursih’s portrait has appeared on the walls of the historic British Parliament. Council Vice Chairman Paramjit Singh Bedi from the United States said it was a great honor for all Sikhs to have Lord Singh’s achievements and selfless services recognized at the highest level.

Lord Singh’s contribution is a source of inspiration for future generations

Harjeet Singh Grewal, general secretary of the Global Sikh Council, said the recognition was testament to Lord Inderjit Singh’s lifelong dedication and commitment to British society , contribution of Sikh community and inter-religious harmony. Jagir Singh from Malaysia, executive member of the Council, said Lord Singh’s contribution to Parliament and the interfaith movement will forever inspire future generations.

Portrait of Lord Indrajit Singh, a Sikh member of the British Parliament

Earned the title of “Baron Singer of Wimbledon”

Satnam Singh Poonia, executive member of the Global Sikh Council UK, said Lord Singh had set another milestone by receiving the title of ‘Baron Singh of Wimbledon’. He upheld Sikh values ​​and won the respect of all parties, even the British Parliament. Sikh Prachar Samiti president Rajinder Singh termed this a historic achievement for the entire Sikh community and said it was a moment of immense pride.

History-making Sikh leaders meet

Tanmanjit Singh Dhesi (left), the first turbaned Sikh member of the British House of Commons, meets Lord Inderjit, the first turbaned Sikh member of the British House of Lords Lord Inderjit Singh. It was a historic moment as two turbaned Sikh MPs came together for the unveiling of a portrait of Lord Singh installed in the British Parliament. He welcomed family and friends and spoke out on important issues relevant to British society and British Sikhs.

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