Leicester, UK – 31st May 2025 – The inaugural Britain Desi Honour Awards 2025, hosted by the Brits Desi Society, took place on Saturday, 31st May at the Utsav Banqueting Hall on Melton Road, Leicester. The event marked a significant milestone in celebrating individuals who have made outstanding contributions to community service and social development within the British Desi and wider UK community.
The ceremony was hosted by Mr. Rishu Walia, Chairman of the Brits Desi Society, who highlighted the importance of recognising and uplifting those whose tireless work strengthens and empowers the community. Mr. Walia expressed his hopes of establishing the awards as an annual tradition.
A Celebration of Service and Impact
The evening brought together an inspiring mix of honourees spanning generations—from a 92-year-old community and faith leader to a 27-year-old scientist—each with a powerful story of dedication and impact.
Cllr Jasvir K. Chohan, Mayor of Oadby & Wigston, attended as Chief Guest and commended the initiative for its commitment to honouring grassroots leadership and achievement.
Honourees included:
- M. C. Prasher – Esteemed senior faith and community leader
- Rakhi Mistry – Police Sergeant
- Deepak Joshi – Former BBC journalist and President of Leicester Conservative Association
- Vishal Vichare – Deputy Chairman, Peterborough Conservatives
- Pundari Prasad Aryal – President, Nepali Community
- Rajesh Sharma – Community Leader
- Kartar Singh Bring – NHS Head Chaplain and Chair of Sikh Trustee
- Dr. Arun Jaitly – Scientist, Researcher, and Community Contributor
- Dr. Alejandro Rios – Researcher and Scientist
Strong Community Backing
The event was made possible by the dedicated efforts of the Brits Desi Society leadership team and volunteers. Key members present included:
- Ishwer Singh – President
- Dax Kondai – Treasurer
- Rajesh Sharma – Assistant Secretary
- Illa Ban and Kiran Ghuman – Executive Women Members
- Resham Singh Sandhu – Patron of the Society
The atmosphere was one of unity, pride, and mutual respect, as attendees celebrated not just individual excellence but the collective strength of the community.
Looking Forward
The success of the Britain Desi Honour Awards 2025 laid a strong foundation for future editions. The Brits Desi Society reaffirmed its commitment to continuing this tradition, with the aim of spotlighting community heroes and fostering a spirit of recognition and collaboration across the UK.
“By celebrating those who serve, we strengthen our community and inspire others,” said Mr. Walia. “This is just the beginning of a meaningful journey.”
