Ealing Southall MP receives award from Indian student organisation
Virendra Sharma MP receives Living Legend Award from NISAU
January 31, 2023
Southall MP Virendra Sharma is officially a living legend according to the National Indian Students and Alumni Union UK (NISAU).
They presented the veteran politician with its Living Legend Award last Wednesday (25 January) at a gala dinner.
It was given for what was described in a testimonial from NISAU as his commitment to the living bridge (the Indian diaspora) his tireless support for Indian students in the UK through the pandemic, and his own political journey.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh received the Lifetime Achievement Award for his work in recognition of his studies in the UK and political leadership.
Speaking after the award ceremony, Virendra Sharma said, "It is a great honour to be given this award, and I am delighted to have worked with NISAU for years now. They do great work, supporting Indian students in the UK and standing up for their rights, and they did incredible things in helping the Indian government coordinate the evacuation of students from Ukraine in the face of the Russian war.
“I look forward to working with NISAU for many more years, and want to congratulate all the achievers recognised at the awards. NISAU, the organisers and the sponsors should be proud of their work in making this happen."
This week the MP also gave his backing to Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust as they call for action to eliminate cervical cancer in the UK.
Cervical cancer currently kills two women in the UK every day and the charity is calling for action, innovation, and awareness to help end cervical cancer.
Mr Sharma encouraging women in Ealing Southall to attend their cervical screening when invited, and by supporting the efforts of the HPV immunisation programme. Cervical screening coverage in Ealing Southall is just 63.4% meaning that more than one-third of women in Ealing Southall do not attend their screening when invited.
Virendra Sharma at launch of cervical cancer campaign
He said, “It’s really exciting that we have the opportunity to effectively consign a cancer to the history books. Cervical screening and HPV vaccines can both help prevent cervical cancer, and I would encourage everyone who can to make use of these amazing cancer prevention tools.
Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust recognises that attending a screening isn’t always easy, but they are there for you with information and support if you ever need them.”
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