Promoted by Chris Myers on behalf of Hertsmere Labour Party, both at 28 Alma Road, St Albans, AL1 3BW

Honoured to attend the 23rd Diwali at Westminster at the House of Commons, hosted by the Hindu Forum of Britain. ✨ Wonderful to catch up with Mayor of Harrow Cllr Anjana Patel, Mayor of Brent Cllr Ryan Hack, and Deputy Mayor of RBKC Cllr Aarien Areti.

Honoured to attend Ahimsa Day 2025 at the House of Parliament, hosted by Matt Turmaine MP (Watford) with the Institute of Jainology and the Jain APPG. Matt delivered a wonderful speech on the enduring message of Ahimsa — peace, compassion & unity. Truly inspiring evening.

It was a pleasure to attend the VTSUK Diwali Mela — a beautiful celebration of light, service & community spirit. Grateful to Anu Sadasya & the VTSUK team for promoting health, wellbeing & unity while supporting vital causes like Mahila Arogya Vikas & the Harrow Mayor’s Charity.

Honoured to attend the Dussehra & Bathukamma Celebrations organised by Herts Youth India in Hatfield — a vibrant day of devotion, colour, music, and unity. Thank you to Manoj Nagireddy for the kind invitation and for the amazing work he’s doing to bring communities together.

As Hillside Ward Councillors, we spoke with residents in Borehamwood about key local issues — from fly-tipping and parking to community safety and cleaner neighbourhoods. If you’d like to raise an issue, please get in touch: cllr.tushar.kumar@elstreeborehamwood-tc.gov.uk

Had the pleasure of meeting Vasudev Devnani ji, Speaker of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, at Taj 51 Buckingham Gate, London. We discussed the newly signed UK–India trade agreement (CETA) and how it can boost collaboration in business, education & technology.

It was a pleasure to attend the Citizens Advice Hertsmere AGM at the Civic Offices. Citizens Advice continues to play a vital role supporting residents across Hertsmere with free, confidential advice on housing, employment, and more. Great to speak with CEO Carolyn Buller.

🎙️ Just recorded a podcast with Bob Redman on Boreham Wood Radio talking all things #DiwaliFestival2025! 🪔 We spoke about what to expect this year, the meaning behind the festival & why it’s so special to our community. 🎧 Listen here 👉 https://t.co/HghGx2oQGM

A brilliant morning at the Multi-Sports Taster Session at St Teresa’s School, organised by Empower Youth Ventures (EYV) with support from Sport England. Great to see John from 4-4-2 Sports & Rotary President George Carr supporting! 📸 Parental consent obtained for all photos.

✨ What an incredible evening of colour, rhythm & community spirit! As Deputy Mayor, it was a pleasure to address the audience & present awards at Borehamwood’s first-ever Garba Night — a fully packed hall filled with joy, music & unity. Huge thanks to DilseDesiEvents.

Great to attend #LabourConference & the Labour African Conference in Liverpool 🌹🌍 Had productive conversations with the Mayor of London, Seema Malhotra MP, Southend East MP, Bedford MP, the High Commissioner of Uganda, & the High Commissioner of India to the UK.

Day 2 at #LabourConference in Liverpool Great to speak with @AnasSarwar , Leader of @ScottishLabour , and Hollie Ridley, Labour’s General Secretary. Also connected with @Labouras2024, MPs, councillors & trade union members — a strong, diverse movement in action.

Hertsmere’s own Cllr @parveenrani80 gave a powerful first speech at #Lab25 calling for an end to violence against women & girls and tackling misogyny at its roots. This is what Labour in power looks like: listening, acting, delivering. 🌹

Pleasure to attend the Labour East & Delegates Reception at #LabourConference in Liverpool 🌹 Great to meet MPs incl. Kevin Bonavia (Stevenage), Josh Dean (Hertford & Stortford), Dawn Butler (Brent) & Deirdre Costigan (Southall). Also inspiring to hear from PM Sir Keir Starmer.

Honoured to speak at Maitri Milan by Jain Vishva Bharati at Allum Hall, Borehamwood. After Paryushan, the Festival of Forgiveness, it was a beautiful reminder of Jain values — peace, non-violence, forgiveness & friendship. Thank you to the organisers for the warm welcome.

Honoured to attend the reopening of the iconic Stages 7, 8 & 9 at Elstree Studios 🎬With guest of honour Rudolf Walker (BBC EastEnders), we celebrated the next chapter in our borough’s global film & TV legacy 🌍🎥 Opportunities, investment & creativity for generations to come!

Honoured to attend the final day of Secrets of the Divine Feminine with Swami Swaroopananda ji, Global Head of @ChinmayaMission 🙏 His wisdom on the Divine Feminine as a living energy that nourishes, protects & transforms was deeply inspiring. Grateful for his blessings.

Had a fantastic time at the Monday Club Party 🎉 A wonderful afternoon of fun & community for the over 60s. Big thanks to Cllr Sandra Parnell & Sasha Capocci for organising such a brilliant event that brings so much joy! 💛

Honoured to attend the book launch 📚✨ Dr. Padmesh Gupta ji’s Purvaiya & Ashish Mishra ji’s Kya Hara Kya Jeet Gaya were unveiled. Well hosted by Madhuresh Mishra ji & graced by Shri Ravindra Jaiswal ji, Slough Mayor, Dr. Anuradha Pandey ji & renowned poets.

Honoured to attend “Secrets of the Divine Feminine” by Swami Swaroopananda at the Sattavis Patidar Centre 🙏 Yesterday’s talk was truly inspiring. Today is the final day — looking forward to seeing many of you there! #DivineFeminine #ChinmayaMission #Vedanta #CommunitySpirit