Hamilton based community leader and former President of the Waikato Chapter of the Global Organisation of People of Indian Origin Suman Kapoor was among the recipients of the ‘GIA International Excellence Award 2013.’
The Global Indian Association (GIA) aims to be a part of a network to help overseas Indians victimised by oppressive governments and unscrupulous employers.
GIA awards recognise and reward overseas Indians for their community service.
Andhra Pradesh Technology & Communications Minister Ponnala Lakshmaiah and Additional Chief Secretary of Kerala government P K Mohanty were respectively Chief Guest and Guest of Honour at the Awards Ceremony held at Crowne Plaza, Kochi on January 8, 2013.
Auckland District Court Judge Dr Ajit Swaran Singh and GIA President were also present on the occasion.
