Why did you join the presenting team at Panjab Radio?

I started Panjab Radio because, at the time, my children at home would be shy when speaking in Panjabi. It dawned on me that this situation may be similar in other Panjabi households and I wanted to do something about it.

I realized there was no UK-based media that is purely Panjabi so, to strengthen the bond between the younger generation and our mother tongue, I created the world’s first 100% Panjabi speaking radio station on 1st September 2000.

Your goals and aspirations

To keep flying the flag for Panjabi’s worldwide!

Your achievements outside of Panjab Radio

At the age of 27, I became the youngest magistrate in the country, as well as the first Sikh magistrate.

I was awarded an MBE in 2012 for services to the community.

I am blessed with 8 grandchildren.

One quirky fact about you

I dislike Mushrooms and Paneer!

Your favourite place in Panjab

Mera Pind Sareyan Ton Sohna – “Ghuman Pind, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar”.

Which Panjabi song could you listen to on repeat

“Panjabiye jubane ni rakane mere desh diye, phiki pai gaye chehre de nuhar ni” – Gurdas Mann