Conservative Friends of India Host Diwali Celebration at Holiday Inn Leicester Wigston
As part of its ongoing mission to engage with British Indian communities across the UK, Conservative Friends of India (CF India) hosted a grand Diwali celebration in Leicester home to one of the largest Indian diasporas in the country.
The event brought together over 100 guests, including senior members of the Conservative Party, community leaders, and business figures, to celebrate the Festival of Lights and strengthen the enduring friendship between Britain and India.
Attendees included Shadow Health Secretary Stuart Andrew MP, Shadow Minister for Policy Renewal and Development Neil O’Brien MP, Leicester East MP Shivani Raja, Baroness Sandip Verma, and CF India Co-Chairs Sir Oliver Dowden MP and Dr Koolesh Shah. Guests enjoyed an evening of inspiring speeches and warm hospitality, complemented by authentic Indian cuisine provided by Sanjay Foods.
A key highlight of the evening was the launch of the Conservative Friends of India Ambassador Program, a national initiative designed to engage community leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals in shaping CF India’s work and strengthening its grassroots presence.
Speakers also paid tribute to Shivani Raja MP, recognising her significant contributions in Leicester East and emphasising the importance of supporting her continued leadership and engagement within the community.
The Leicester celebration marks another milestone in Conservative Friends of India’s mission to connect, celebrate, and champion the contribution of the Indian diaspora to Britain’s social, economic, and political life.
