Parliament congratulates
Deepak Obhrai for prestigious Indian award
OTTAWA, Feb. 04, 2009
Canada’s Parliament today paid tribute to Deepak Obhrai,
M.P. for Calgary East and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister
of Foreign Affairs, for the award he received from the Indian Government
for his contribution in strengthening Canada-India relations.
Last month the President of India bestowed upon Obhrai the highest
honour given to overseas Indians – the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman
award.
Kevin Sorenson, M.P. and Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee,
told Parliament that Obhrai has played a leadership role in the
Indian diaspora in Canada and has been tirelessly active in the
promotion of Canadian – Indian relations.
“Whether during the years of the Liberal government, when
our relations with India were foolishly left to the side, or today,
when our improved relations with India are blossoming into expanded
and mutually profitable trade- the member for Calgary-East has been
front and centre helping build the personal and professional links
between the two countries,” Mr. Sorenson said.
“Congratulations my friend, on this very prestigious honour,
a testament to the value of your continued efforts,” he said.
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