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Rajindar Singh Dhatt, one of the last surviving Sikh soldiers who fought in the Second World War, has been honored by U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak with the prestigious Points of Light award. The recognition took place at a special UK-India Week reception held at 10 Downing Street.
Rajindhar Singh Dhatt, 101, was recognised Wednesday for his service and his work running the "Undivided Indian Ex-Servicemen's Association" to help bring together British Indian war veterans.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak honored Indian war veteran Rajindar Singh Dhatt at a UK-India reception, awarding him the Points of Light honor. Dhatt, 101, was recognized for his service during World War II and his work with the Undivided Indian Ex-Servicemen s Association.
The Points of Light recognise outstanding people whose service is making a difference in their communities and whose stories can inspire others towards innovative solutions to social challenges in their own communities and beyond.