We have to banish poverty and illiteracy from our country – Independence Day Speech to the nation 2011
In his speech to the nation marking India’s 64th anniversary of independence, Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh acknowledges that a great deal has been achieved by India, but nevertheless, a great deal more work lies ahead! From the Red Fort the Prime Minister addressed the 120 crore Indians to mark this historic day in the Indian [...]
India’s 60th Republic Day 2010
Indians across the world all celebrated India’s Republic Day. Even though security was extra tight in New Delhi, the parade, the dignitaries and the India’s policy makers all attending this historic day in India’s history. Within the past 60 years, India has struggled through various political and economic difficulties, but, she as always still comes out smiling. [...]
Overseas Congress meet Indian High Commissioner in London
In December 2009, Indian Overseas Congress (I) UK Senior National President Mr Bhagwan Dass Badhan, Cllr Avtar Singh Sandhu MBE (National General Secretary) and Indian Overseas Youth Congress UK’s General Secretary Mr Ragbhir Singh Sandhu, had a meeting with the new Indian High Commissioner to London H.E. Mr Nalin Surie at Indian House Aldwych. The [...]
Congress General Secretary receives honour
Indian Overseas Congress (I) UK’s national General Secretary, Cllr Avtar Singh Sandhu, was today at Buckingham Palace to receive his Memeber of the British Empire Medal (MBE). Mr Sandhu, 44 years old and father of two said he was honoured to have been recognised for his community work in North West Kent. Since the sudden [...]
SE England Branch celebrates Independence
London & SE England Branch celebrate India’s Independence Day Members of the organisation from South East England gathered at Gravesend ‘Bassant Restaurant’ on Friday 18th September to mark this historic day in the Indian Calendar. National General Secretary, Mr Avtar Singh Sandhu MBE, congratulated Indian’s around the globe. He praised the work of the Indian [...]
Independence Day 2009
This year Indian’s all over the world celebrated Indian’s Independence Day on 15th August 2009 In his address to the nation, Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh explained to the world how India is progressing forward and a vast range of sectors including IT. He explained that each day approx 20km of roads and national freight [...]
Congress Secretary General is given an honour by the Queen
Secretary General of the Indian Overseas Congress (I) UK, founder President Late S. Piara Singh Uppal, has been honoured by the Queen. Mr Avtar Singh Sandhu shall be given an MBE (Member of the British Empire) by Her Majesty later in the year. Mr Sandhu has been awarded for his ‘Services to the Community’, he has [...]