An Indian-origin mother and son from Haryana have made history in the United Kingdom after being elected as mayors in two separate local councils, marking a rare and symbolic double achievement for the same family in public office. Twenty-three-year-old Tushar Kumar was first elected as the Mayor of Elstree and Borehamwood Town Council, followed a week later by his mother, Parveen Rani, being elected as Mayor of Hertsmere Borough Council. The milestone has been described by the family as a moment of immense pride, reflecting both their community engagement in the UK and their roots in Haryana’s Rohtak region.

Tushar Kumar has become the youngest Indian-origin mayor in the United Kingdom, a distinction that has drawn attention across the Indian diaspora. He was elected as a councillor in 2023 while still a student at King’s College London and later rose to the position of deputy mayor before assuming mayoral responsibilities this year. His mother’s election followed shortly after his own, making them one of the few mother-son pairs to simultaneously hold mayoral offices in different councils in the UK.

According to the family, both Tushar and Parveen Rani have long been involved in community service, volunteering, and cultural initiatives in their local areas. Their father, Sunil Dahiya, said the family moved from Haryana to the UK in 2013 with no specific political ambitions at the time but gradually became involved in grassroots community work. He added that both mother and son were deeply committed to social service and often participated in activities aimed at supporting multicultural engagement and education.

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Tushar’s father said his son’s political journey began early through volunteer work, which later translated into electoral success at a young age. He highlighted that Tushar strongly believes age should not be a barrier to entering public life and that young people should actively participate in civic service. The family also remains closely connected to their roots in Haryana, regularly visiting their ancestral home in Rohtak and maintaining ties with relatives still living there.

Both Tushar and Parveen have also been involved in teaching Hindi free of cost to members of the Indian-origin community in the UK and working with cultural organizations. Parveen Rani previously served in multiple civic roles, including deputy mayor and cabinet member for local development portfolios, while Tushar continued his academic journey alongside his political responsibilities. The family described their work as a blend of heritage preservation and public service in a diverse British community.

The dual election has been widely seen as a significant moment for the Indian diaspora in the UK, highlighting increasing participation of Indian-origin leaders in local governance. While celebrating their achievements, the family emphasized their commitment to inclusive development and cultural integration. Their story reflects a growing trend of second-generation immigrants taking up leadership roles while staying connected to their cultural origins, bridging communities across continents.

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