Seven-year-old Indian-origin girl wins UK PM’s Points of Light award

Seven-year-old Indian-origin girl wins UK PM’s Points of Light award

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Category : Awards Published on: July 25 2023

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  • A seven-year-old Indian-origin schoolgirl, who started volunteering for a United Nations' sustainability initiative against microplastic pollution when she was just three, has been awarded the British Prime Minister’s Points of Light award.
  • Moksha Roy, who received the award from Deputy British Prime Minister Oliver Dowden, has been given the title of the world's youngest sustainability advocate.
  • Moksha has been recognised for volunteering for several sustainability campaigns, including raising funds to help children in need.
  • Moksha has also assisted in educational sessions for deprived school children in India.
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