British Sikh soldier’s promotion makes waves on social media

A British Sikh soldier’s promotion within UK Army ranks has become a social media sensation after news posted by his proud wife attracted thousands of messs and comments.

Corporal Chamandeep Singh, a Punjab-born soldier in Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) of British Army, attended a military school in India for 12 years.

During this period, he re about ar Indian soldier, Havildar Major Rajinder Singh Dhatt, and his heroic involvement in Burma campaign of World War II.

story of this Sikh war veteran, along with Singh's own far having served in Indian Army, inspired him to move to UK and join British Army.

He is w a Twitter sensation after his wife, Ceese Kaur Seera, posted news of his promotion earlier this month, which attracted over 7,300 likes and 500 retweets and comments.

“ person who has supported me throughout my journey is my wife, Ceese,” said Cpl Singh, who has been amazed by worldwide response, including from India.

“I just couldn't believe how many people from all around world shared and commented on her tweet; it me me feel so proud to be a Sikh soldier and serve this country,” he said.

His wife herself works in a challenging role, as a Forensic Scene Investigations Officer, and is also National Le for National Sikh Police Association.

“We support each or by having a mutual understanding that is built on teamwork and trust. I am always incredibly proud of my husband’s achievements and getting promoted is a huge deal to any soldier, but as a Sikh, it’s so wonderful for our community to see soldiers going up ranks and achieving so much,” said Ceese Kaur Seera.

“I wanted to share this incredible news with my friends through social media; I didn’t think for a second tweet would do as well as it did – number of messs we h was amazing,” she said.

Her soldier husband was posted to 22 Signals Regiment in October 2017 where he w works as part of Unit Spares Account providing first-line equipment support to Light Aid Detachment, UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) said in a statement marking his promotion.

Singh is part of 150 Sikhs serving in Britain’s Regular Army, amid soldiers famed for ir fierce fighting ability, bravery and loyalty, MoD said.

“I have always been supported throughout my career in Army, particularly by Staff Sergeant Rogers and Sergeant eboga from 22 Signals Regiment. se individuals, in particular, have shown me a huge amount of support, I cant thank m eugh; y are true examples of excellent Army leership and mentoring,” he said.

In dition to his military role, MoD highlighted that Singh thrives as an Engment Representative for Defence Sikh Network, of which he has been a part of for last five years.

Formerly kwn as British Armed Forces Sikh Association, Defence Sikh Network aims to unite and support Sikh personnel, veterans and MoD civil servants in order to maximise operational effectiveness and support Sikh community.

Network follows five key objectives – eng, mentor, educate, encour and connect and se objectives also promote Britain's defence and key role Sikhs play within UK Armed Forces, MoD said.

“A particular highlight for RLC soldier is his work with youth of community, where he connects with and supports young ults in ir future career choices. Alongside his work with Network, Cpl Singh also assists with events run by BAME (black, Asian and mirity ethnic) Network and he is overwhelmingly positive about support he has received from British Army,” MoD said.

statement also praised Singh for his “immeasurable amount of support” to community, from organising countless charity events to working with gurdwaras and supporting homeless, through his role as an Engment Representative.