Arun is a proud Basingstoke resident, father of two, provides information and technology consultancy services to a Ministry of Defense supplier.

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Having lived in Basingstoke over the last 20 years, he has gained a deep understanding and appreciation of the needs of this ever growing community. This has enabled his ability to work collaboratively within the community.

ARUN’S COMMUNITY ACTIVITY:
 As a Covid community hub lead, helped several vulnerable people
 Ran a community kitchen project and delivered over 5000 food to our NHS staff
 As a lead organizer of “NokidSleepsHungry” program delivered food for needy families
 As a Royal Voluntary Service member, while volunteering at the Fire Station vaccination center he adds provision of hot food to vaccination staff and other volunteers
 Have successfully ran one of the flag ship events of Basingstoke “World party” in the park for five years
 Delivered free Information Technology classes for primary school children
 Led community safety campaign and conducted awareness surgeries with local police and community.

ARUN’S COMMUNITY ROLES:
 School Governor – Kings Furlong Junior School.
 Trustee – Basingstoke Voluntary Action.
 Trustee & Former Chair – Basingstoke Multicultural Forum.
 Trustee – Brookvale Community Association
 Committee Member- Basingstoke Interfaith.
 Committee Member – Basingstoke Insight.
 Member – Basingstoke and Deane District Police Independent Advisory Group. Hampshire Constabulary.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION:
 Recipient of Destination Basingstoke's 'Volunteer of the year' award
 Special recognition award winner by Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner
 Invited to 10 Downing Street London in recognition of his community services
 BBC South recognized and featured his activities in news.

Arun is a hard- working, committed community activist with a truly remarkable and exemplary ability to bring people together and drive change. He is an award-winning community champion and leader who will be a strong and thoughtful voice as your Councilor.