Mr. Lakhveer Singh
Born:    Tarn Taran, Punjab

Nearest big town: Amritsar
Population: About 1.2 million people.
What’s the place known for: It is known for being a holy place for Sikhs and the Tarn Taran Sahib Gurudwara.
How often do you visit: Once in three years.
Famous person from there: Freedom fighter Baba Sohan Singh and Cabinet Minister Ranjit Singh Brahmpura.
Last visit: 2010
What has changed: I feel everything has changed now especially the people have become more aware and open-minded.
What have you done for your hometown: I donated money to the local school to help build their building.
Born and raised in the holy town of Tarn Taran, Mr. Lakhveer Singh, 24, fondly remembers visiting the famous Gurudwara every day after school. He asserts that his afternoons spent at Tarn Taran Sahib are his most cherished memories. He further believes that helping in the gurudwara kitchen and listening to the evening prayers have helped him reach his professional goals especially moving to Canada. After he struggled with finding a stable job in India, he packed his bags and followed his brother to Surrey. He overcame the language barrier and completed a Diploma in Electrical Training. He recently ventured on his own and opened Veer Electric Company a year ago. He believes his dedication is slowly paying off and with the word of mouth his business is gaining popularity. In his spare time he likes to play football and listen to Kuldeep Manak. “The only thing I miss about India is Tarn Taran Sahib but otherwise Canada is home,” he said.

Mera Pind compiled by Jasjot Bhullar.  To be profiled in Mera Pind, send email to editor@postpeopleinc.com.