Celebrating Community Heroes: 2025 New Year Honours Recognize Over 30 Indian-Origin Professionals

The 2025 New Year Honours List highlights the extraordinary achievements of over 30 Indian-origin professionals in various sectors. Notably, Ranil Malcolm Jayawardena receives a Knighthood. The list recognizes contributions in healthcare, education, technology, and more. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized the nation's gratitude for their incredible community contributions.

The 2025 New Year Honours List, revealed in London, celebrates the achievements of over 30 Indian-origin professionals across various sectors. Ranil Malcolm Jayawardena, a Conservative member of Parliament of Sri Lankan and Indian heritage, has been awarded a Knighthood recognizing his political and public service.

The honours acknowledge more than 1,200 individuals, including medics, academics, and campaigners, with notable mentions for Gareth Southgate for contributions to football. The list highlights significant contributions in sport, healthcare, academia, and beyond, emphasizing the value of community service.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer applauded the honorees for their extraordinary contributions, underscoring the critical role of service in national ethos. The Honours List, managed by the Cabinet Office and issued by the British monarch, aims to include diverse and deserving recipients, reflecting the societal values of the United Kingdom.

(With inputs from agencies.)