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Sikhs of America honors diaspora achievers
Among the awardees were Virginia Delegate JJ Singh who spoke about the Sikh principles that guided his political campaign.
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IANS - Mon, 18, May 2026
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Among the awardees were Virginia Delegate JJ Singh, industrialist and entrepreneur Baldev Singh Kang, Oregon-based philanthropist Sardar Bahadur Singh, Punjab Minister of Human Rights and Minorities in Pakistan’s Punjab province Ramesh Singh Arora, and British Sikh MP Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi. / Courtesy photo
Sikhs of America honored Sikh community leaders, lawmakers, philanthropists, entrepreneurs and business figures from the United States and Britain during its annual Vaisakhi Gala Dinner here, recognizing their contributions to public service, humanitarian work and Sikh representation.
Among the awardees were Virginia Delegate JJ Singh, industrialist and entrepreneur Baldev Singh Kang, Oregon-based philanthropist Sardar Bahadur Singh, Punjab Minister of Human Rights and Minorities in Pakistan’s Punjab province Ramesh Singh Arora, and British Sikh MP Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi.
JJ Singh, recognized for becoming the first turbaned Sikh to serve in a state legislature in U.S. history, spoke about the Sikh principles that guided his political campaign.
“Work hard, serve others, and believe in something bigger than yourself,” Singh said.
“Sikh values are American values,” he said. “It’s about the overlap between the values of our faith and the values of our country.”
Singh also highlighted legislation he sponsored in Virginia related to protecting places of worship, reducing college costs and preventing gun violence.
Jasdip Singh Jassi, head of Sikhs of America, said the initiative was launched to highlight Sikh contributions in mainstream American society. / Courtesy photo
Ramesh Singh Arora was honored for his role in promoting Sikh heritage preservation and supporting Sikh pilgrims visiting Pakistan. Arora, in his remarks, referred to the Kartarpur Corridor initiative and efforts to improve access for Sikh pilgrims to historic gurdwaras in Pakistan.
Baldev Singh Kang was recognized for his contributions to business and industry. Organizers highlighted his role in the trucking and steel sectors and referred to his expanding business interests in India, Armenia, Dubai and the United States.
Sardar Bahadur Singh was honored for humanitarian and educational work. Organizers said he had supported free medical treatment and education initiatives for needy families.
Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi was recognized for representing minority communities in the U.K. Parliament and promoting diversity and democratic values.
Jasdip Singh Jassi, head of Sikhs of America, said the initiative was launched to highlight Sikh contributions in mainstream American society.
“We should continue this love and give our youngsters and coming generations the message of Sikh values,” Jassi said.
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