Newly elected British Indian Labour MP Jeevun Sandher.
Jeevun Sandher, a newly elected Labour MP, has emerged as a vital voice in the British Parliament following the party’s recent general election win. Elected from Loughborough, a key indicator constituency in the East Midlands, Sandher aims to bolster trust in politics and enhance links between the UK and India.
As a British Sikh and first-time MP, he considers the recent visit of the U.K. Foreign Secretary to India a testament to the government’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and delivering impactful change.
“Being part of the Indian diaspora, fostering a connection between the Labour Party and India is naturally important to me,” Sandher expressed, emphasizing the strategic partnership with India, the world’s largest democracy, and the prospects of a significant trade deal.
Born to parents from Punjab in Luton, Sandher frequently visits India, and he remains dedicated to engaging with his roots through initiatives like Labour Indians, which he believes have informed his policy perspectives.
“I take immense pride in my Indian heritage and celebrate its reflection in British culture,” he noted, highlighting the deep ties between the two nations through shared cultural practices.
With a background in economics and political strategy, combined with experience teaching disadvantaged children in Somaliland, Sandher feels prepared for his new role as a Member of Parliament. Following a vigorous campaign in Loughborough, he has outlined three immediate priorities for his constituents.
“First, I aim to increase financial well-being for families by investing in clean energy, promoting green prosperity in Loughborough. Second, improving the National Health Service is paramount, particularly addressing record-high waiting lists. Finally, enhancing community safety through increased police presence and youth engagement is pivotal,” he stated.
Sandher senses a “wave of optimism” in the UK since the recent election, yet insists on focusing efforts on tangible results to transform this enthusiasm into meaningful change. “We face considerable challenges, as the country grapples with its most significant crisis since 1945. Politics is our vehicle for change, and we must seize this opportunity to make a real difference,” he affirmed.
