Punjab’s daughter Harneek Kaur wins Mayfield ward seat in 2026 London elections

Originally hailing from the village of Laroa in the Jalandhar district of Punjab, Harneek Kaur has won the Mayfield ward seat in the 2026 London local elections, emerging as an inspiring face of the Punjabi diaspora in British politics. Harneek’s journey to the political corridors of London is being celebrated as a landmark achievement for young Asian and Sikh women.

She contested on a Labour Party ticket in the Redbridge London Borough Council elections and secured 1,306 votes.

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Before the elections, Harneek made several key pledges centered on improving the daily lives of residents through a “grassroots level” approach. Her primary election promises and focus areas included a strong commitment to local safety, where she pledged to reduce crime and strengthen the security of residents, with a particular focus on the safety of women.

In addition to safety, Harneek prioritised cleanliness and the environment by raising critical issues regarding the improvement of sanitation systems, the prevention of illegal fly-tipping, and initiatives to make the ward greener and more sustainable.

For six months before the polls, she engaged in door-to-door campaigning, listening to the grievances of local families and assuring them of effective solutions while promising to remain accessible after the elections.

She also vowed to provide strong youth representation by bringing the voice of the next generation to the Council and creating better opportunities for them.

Following the announcement of the results, Harneek expressed her deep gratitude to her supporters and family for their unwavering faith in her vision. She stated that she is deeply indebted to her parents, family, and friends for standing firmly behind her throughout this journey.

Notably, she was the youngest applicant in her ward and the only Sikh candidate among the contestants. Also, she was one of only two women in the Mayfield race.