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