It is with great sadness we announce the loss of our beloved Baa, Devibai Arshi Odedra from Peterborough (previously from Fatana, India) – wife of Arshi Nagajan Odedra.
Baa passed away at the age of 92 peacefully at home on 13/02/2022 with her family around her.
May God rest her soul in peace & give strength to all the family during this very difficult time.
In light of the covid situation, we kindly ask that you offer condolences by calling/messaging on :
Natha Odedra – 07969 660897
Mina Odedra – 07467 130069
Home 01733 328148
Aum shanti 🙏🏾🙏🏽
Deviben is also mother of Heeraben Parbatbhai Sisodia (Peterborough), Tamuben Karshanbhai Modhwadia (Peterborough), Keshubhai Arshibhai Odedra (India) & Bhanuben (India).
Professor Kamlesh Khunti has been made a CBE in the New Year Honours (University of Leicester/PA)
Maher Community is immensely proud of Professor Kamlesh Khunti. Congratulations!
Professor Kamlesh Khunti, Professor of Primary Care Diabetes and Vascular Medicine at the University of Leicester, has been made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his services to Health in the New Year’s Honours List 2022.
Professor Khunti’s pioneering research into COVID and health inequalities, and diabetes has contributed significantly to improving the health of ethnic minority communities.
Having led a body of research throughout the pandemic, Professor Khunti became a member of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) and Chair of the SAGE Ethnic Sub-panel. He was one of the very first clinicians to spot the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on people from ethnic minorities.
As co-director of the Leicester Diabetes Centre, Professor Khunti has been responsible for major advances in type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, having published more than 1,000 academic papers and has helped to build a significant evidence base to improve clinical practice.
Upon receiving his honour, Professor Kamlesh Khunti said: “I am truly humbled and I would like to dedicate the award to my team at the Leicester Diabetes Centre, my staff at the Hockley Farm Medical Practice, the University of Leicester and most of all to my family.
“It is indeed a huge honour to be recognised in the New Year’s Honours List.”
Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President and Vice-Chancellor at the University of Leicester said: “I am immensely proud of Kamlesh’s achievement and it is most highly deserved.
“His dedication to improving health outcomes for some of the most hard to reach communities is admirable and he has worked tirelessly in his career to achieve so much.
“Kamlesh truly embodies our spirit as Citizens of Change, and I am delighted that he has received this honour in our Centenary year.”
Richard Mitchell, chief executive at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust said: “I would like to congratulate Kamlesh on his well-deserved honour. His research and direct patient care has improved the lives of so many, in particular those in ethnic minority communities.
“Kamlesh is an incredible colleague and the impact of his work has made, and continues to make, a remarkable difference.”
Professor Khunti began his career as a General Practitioner in 1990, recruiting his first research assistant in 1998. With increasing success, the team grew and Professor Khunti took up an appointment with the University of Leicester as Professor of Primary Care Diabetes and Vascular Medicine in 2007.
Working alongside Professor Melanie Davies, Professor Khunti has built up the Leicester Diabetes Centre team with more than 170 people currently carrying out studies designed to improve the lives of people with diabetes. The Leicester Diabetes Centre is recognised across the world for its leading research, education and innovation.
Professor Kamlesh Khunti is also the Director of the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) East Midlands and also the founding Director of the Centre for Ethnic Health Research and the University of Leicester Real World Evidence Unit.
He has been elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences. He is currently an advisor to the Department of Health, a Clinical Advisor for the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), and a member of the Primary Care Study Group of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD).
In 2019, Professor Kamlesh Khunti was given the South Asian Health Foundation’s Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition for his outstanding contribution to South Asian health through cutting-edge research, which has influenced frontline diabetes care across the world.
Earlier this year, Professor Khunti also picked up a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Primary Care Diabetes Society (PCDS) in celebration of his outstanding accomplishments within diabetes care during his career.
It is with profound sadness that the Modhvadia family regretfully announce the passing of Harbham Parbhat Modhvadia of Birmingham, formally Sisli India on Monday 8th November 2021 at the age of 87.
Humble Request
With the current situation of COVID 19, for the sake of safety of our family and community members we kindly request consolers and sympathy bearers refrain from home visits.
There is no Beswanu. Family request no Home Visits. We thank you for your understanding. Contact number: Ashok / Savita: 07823 649967
Funeral Arrangements
Harbham Parbat Modhvadia Of Birmingham, formerly of Sisli India. He was Husband to Makibai Modhvadia.
Loving father of:
Mahendra Modhvadia married to Santok Modhvadia
Ashok Modhvadia (Late) married to Nirmala Modhvadia
Vimla Odedra married to Vijay Odedra
Savita Parmar married to Ashok Parmar
Lovingly missed by all grandchildren and great grandchildren
Darshan will be held on Thursday 18th November 2021, 0815hrs at
Please join the session 15 minutes before the start to allow for technical difficulties. The broadcast will be active for approximately 5 minutes before the start of the Service and is subject to other Funerals running early/late at the crematorium.
Prasad will be served at Birmingham Pragati Mandal straight after the service at the crematorium.
The family requests donations be made to a charity of your choice in lieu of flowers, alternatively a collection box will be placed at the Shree Birmingham Pragati Mandal during the vidhi , collection will be sent to the Guasara (cow sanctuary) built by Harbham and Makibai Modhvadia recently in Sisli, India.
We hope this letter finds you in good health and spirit. Further to Government lifting of Covid-19 restrictions, we are pleased to inform you that we will be resuming our annual festivities. Please find details of Navratri, Sharad Purnima, Diwali, and Christmas party arrangements.
Please do come along with your family members. Further information will be available on our community website www.maheronline.org
Navratri 2021: Thursday 7th October – Friday 15th October
(We Hope to make this event live broadcast on YouTube, provided there are no technical issues)
Singers: Various Popular Artists
Times: 7pm to 11pm prompt – Garba for ladies will begin at 7.30pm
Agenda: Arti, Garba, Dandia-Raas, Maniyaro, 3-Tadi, Heech, Ranjanyu, Sanedo
Fancy Dress: Saturday 9th October @ 7pm promptly
(Provided there is enough interest shown for the competition)
Competition is open to boys and girls 14 years of age and under. We request participants to be in Religious & traditional proper costumes. Judges will be looking for unique concepts and effort.
Arti Plate Design: Saturday 9th October @ 8pm promptly
Competition is open to children and adults. We would like to request our elders to encourage children to take part in decorating an Arti plate.
Traditional Dress Code: Saturday 9th October
Please wear our traditional Maher clothes on this evening. Ladies will have an opportunity to perform a customary Raasado and the Gents can perform a Maniyaro Raas on the dhol.
Mataji ni Sthapna and Puja Ceremony
There will be a Sthapna ceremony taking place on the first day of Navratri 6.30pm onwards. Please join us early to take part in the puja ceremony.
Sharad Purnima: Thursday 21st October 2021 7pm onwards
(Ticketed event Open to all. Further details will be provided during Navratri and website)
A dazzling evening of red and white for all to enjoy. Please come along with friends and family to celebrate full moon and offer our prayers to Radha-Krishna.
Diwali / Sneh Milan: Sunday 7th November 2021 5pm onwards.
We will be hosting a social evening gathering with music and a buffet dinner. Further information of this event will be made available during Navratri and updated on www.maheronline.org
Children’s Christmas Party: Saturday 18th December 2021 3pm onwards.
Open to children under the age of 16. Please come along to celebrate the festive season. There will be plenty of food and drinks, music, games, and activities for all to enjoy.
Entry to Navratri: We are pleased to announce that entry to Navratri will once again be free. Please do keep a hold of your previously organised ID cards as a record for future use.
Sponsorship/Donation: There will not be any sponsorship taken from businesses this year. All donations during the event will be voluntarily.
Security and Parking: Please be advised to follow instructions carefully in the car park. Children should be supervised at all times. Security staff will not hesitate to remove anyone from the premises causing trouble, under the influence of alcohol or any intoxicating substances. Please be respectful of the fact that this is a religious celebration.
Covid-19 Precautions: Please take necessary precautions to keep yourself and others safe. Do not attend the event should you have any symptoms.
AGM/Election: We are in process of finalising the date that is suitable and will inform everyone in due course.
This year Navratri is hosted by LMCA Holding Trustees and Volunteer Group.
Thank you very much for your ongoing support. We look forward to seeing you soon!
LMCA Holding Trustees
It is with great sadness we announce the loss of our beloved Baa, Devibai Arshi Odedra from Peterborough (previously from Fatana, India) – wife of Arshi Nagajan Odedra.
It is with profound sadness that the Modhvadia family regretfully announce the passing of Harbham Parbhat Modhvadia of Birmingham, formally Sisli India on Monday 8th November 2021 at the age of 87.
