Amidst the glittering lights of Mumbais Sri Shanmukhananda Chandrasekarendra Saraswathi Auditorium, a star emerged from Punjabs firmament. Harjeet Singh Grewal, a stalwart in Punjabs Information and Public Relations department, ascended to new heights as he was conferred with the illustrious Sikh Achievers Award. Earlier, he was awarded with Seva Award and Punjab State Award.Organized by the Sat Sri Akal Charitable Trust Mumbai, the event lauded the efforts of seven distinguished Sikhs who have left a big imapct on society. The ceremony was graced with captivating performances by renowned singers Shamsher Lehri and Birender Dhillon, alongside a captivating act by stage artist Satinder Kaur Satti.Grewals dedication to GatkaPresident of the World Gatka Federation Harjeet Grewal expressed his gratitude upon receiving the award. He emphasized its importance as a recognition of his unwavering dedication to community service.Heres what he said after winning the award:Promoting cultural heritageGrewals contribution lies in his relentless promotion and preservation of Gatka, the traditional Sikh martial art. His leadership as President of the National Gatka Association of India has been instrumental in securing Gatkas status as a competitive sport at various national events, including the National School Games and the National Games.Beyond national recognition, Grewals initiatives have led to Gatkas inclusion in Punjabs sports departments state gradation list and integration into the Punjab School Education Boards curriculum. With an ambitious vision, Grewal aims to elevate Gatka to an international level, advocating for its inclusion in prestigious events like the Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and eventually, the Olympic Games.
