Lord Mayor of Leicester invites respected Punjabi journalist to receive Community Honours Award on 21 November
LEICESTER, (Asian independent) : The Indian Workers Association (Great Britain) has warmly congratulated prominent Punjabi journalist and community activist Sukhjinder Singh Dhadde on being selected to receive the prestigious Leicester Community Honours Award, which Mr Dhadde has confirmed is being presented by Leicester City Council in recognition of his outstanding contribution to journalism and community life. Councillor Kulwinder Singh Johal, Lord Mayor of Leicester, has written to Mr Dhadde in his official capacity, congratulating him on his selection and inviting him to receive the award at the Leicester Community Winter Gala, to be held on Saturday, 21 November 2026, at The Empire, Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GH. In the invitation, the Lord Mayor praises Mr Dhadde’s outstanding dedication, hard work and the positive impact he has made within the community. Sital Singh Gill, General Secretary of the Indian Workers Association (Great Britain), described the recognition as thoroughly deserved and a proud moment for the wider Punjabi and Indian communities. Gill said that Mr Dhadde has devoted the past 27 years to journalism and community service. He began his journalistic career with Ajit, one of the leading Punjabi-language newspapers, and has also established a strong reputation as a television presenter with Ajit Web TV. Through his reporting for Ajit and Ajit Web TV, Mr Dhadde has brought important news stories and community issues to wider public attention. His reports are also regularly picked up and covered by several national television news channels, as well as other Punjabi and English-language newspapers.
Gill said: “Sukhjinder Singh Dhadde is a dedicated, hardworking and respected journalist whose commitment, integrity and genuine concern for others have earned him a special place in people’s hearts. He is not only an accomplished journalist but also a humble, approachable and compassionate individual who has always remained closely connected with the community.” Welcoming the recognition, Gill added: “True recognition is earned through years of hard work, good character and the respect a person builds in people’s hearts. Sukhjinder Singh Dhadde has already earned that respect. This prestigious award now brings further public recognition to his remarkable contribution.“It is especially meaningful that this honour comes from Leicester City Council, in a city celebrated for its rich multicultural heritage and affectionately known as ‘Mini India’. Leicester is home to people from many different nationalities, faiths and cultural backgrounds, making it a wonderful example of diversity and community spirit.“For a Punjabi journalist to receive such recognition in a city as diverse and vibrant as Leicester is a significant achievement. It is not only a proud moment for Sukhjinder Singh Dhadde and his family, but also a source of immense pride for the wider Punjabi and Indian communities.” Gill expressed his appreciation to Lord Mayor Councillor Kulwinder Singh Johal, Leicester City Council and everyone involved in recognising Mr Dhadde’s contribution, describing the decision as a fitting acknowledgement of many years of dedicated journalism and community service. On behalf of the Indian Workers Association (Great Britain), Gill extended his heartfelt congratulations to Mr Dhadde and his family, wishing him continued good health, happiness and success in journalism and community service.
