First Turbaned Sikh MP Elected Chairman of UK's Defence Committee

Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi, the first turbaned Sikh MP in Britain, has been elected Chairman of the Defence Committee in the new Parliament. Dhesi secured 320 votes against fellow Labour MP Derek Twigg's 243 votes. He expressed gratitude to his colleagues and outlined his focus on tackling growing threats and supporting Armed Forces personnel.

Britain's pioneering turbaned Sikh MP Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi has achieved a historic milestone by being elected as the Chairman of the Defence Committee in the UK's new Parliament.

Dhesi, representing Labour from Slough, won the chairmanship with a decisive 320 votes in a tightly contested ballot against fellow party member Derek Twigg.

Expressing his gratitude, Dhesi emphasized his commitment to addressing complex national threats and supporting Armed Forces personnel and veterans. Former Indian MP Tarlochan Singh congratulated Dhesi, highlighting the significance of his election to this esteemed position.

(With inputs from agencies.)