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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

What an incredible afternoon celebrating the Elstree & Borehamwood Town Council Diwali Festival 2026! I’m particularly proud to have started this festival in 2024 alongside Cllr Parveen Rani, Mayor of Hertsmere, with the support of our fantastic Entertainments Officer. 🪔✨

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

It was a real pleasure to attend the Romanian Wine Festival at Oakmere Park, Potters Bar, and wonderful to once again join the Romanian community for such a vibrant celebration. Mulțumesc! 🇷🇴🇮🇳🇬🇷❤️

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

It was a real honour to attend the Dainik Bhaskar Leadership Excellence Awards 2026 in London as Chief Guest, celebrating inspiring individuals making an impact across business, public service and our communities.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

It was a privilege to join thousands of devotees and visitors at Bhaktivedanta Manor to celebrate Janmashtami, commemorating the birth of Lord Krishna. Hare Krishna! 🙏🦚✨

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

As Mayor of Elstree & Borehamwood, it was a pleasure to join the official launch of the Meadow Park junior parkrun alongside Cllr Parveen Rani, Mayor of Hertsmere, and Deputy Lieutenant Annie Brewster. A huge thank you to the incredible volunteers who make this event possible every Sunday morning.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

It was a pleasure to attend the Visually Impaired Club Summer BBQ, organised by Sasha and her fantastic team. A wonderful afternoon filled with great food, music and, most importantly, friendship. Thank you to all the volunteers and everyone involved for creating such a welcoming event.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

It was a pleasure to attend the official reopening of Elstree & Borehamwood Station following its transformation through the Model Station initiative. Congratulations to everyone involved in creating a more modern, welcoming and accessible station for our community. 🚉 #ModelStation #Rail #Mayor

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

It was a great honour to meet the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, The Rt Hon Andy Burnham . #PrimeMinister #Mayor #PublicService #CommunityLeadership #UnitedKingdom #Community

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

It was a pleasure to attend the official opening of The Radley and celebrate this exciting addition to our community. I enjoyed touring the new care home, meeting the dedicated team and learning more about its specialist Dementia Hub. #TheRadley #Care #Community #ElstreeAndBorehamwood

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

It was a pleasure to attend Camp Unity 2026 and meet so many inspiring young people, volunteers and community leaders. Camp Unity is a wonderful initiative that brings young people from different backgrounds together to build friendships, confidence and understanding.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

A privilege to visit 10 Downing Street, the official residence and office of the UK Prime Minister. And yes… I also met one of Downing Street’s most famous residents, Larry the Cat! 🐈🇬🇧 #10DowningStreet #PublicService #Leadership #Mayor

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

As Mayor of Elstree & Borehamwood, it was a pleasure to officially cut the ribbon and declare the relaunch of Night and Day Launderette in Borehamwood. I was also delighted that a percentage of the day’s takings was donated to my Mayoral Charity. Wishing them every success! 👏

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

It was a pleasure to officially open our annual Families Day as Mayor. A fantastic afternoon filled with music, circus, community stalls and activities for all ages. Thank you to Cllr Linda Smith who worked so hard running the WD6 Food Support charity barbecue, raising vital funds.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

It was a pleasure to attend the Small Business Fair as Mayor of Elstree & Borehamwood and meet so many passionate local entrepreneurs. Our small businesses are the heart of our local economy, creating jobs, supporting our high streets and strengthening our community.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

It was a pleasure to attend the 12th International Day of Yoga celebration hosted by Heartfulness UK in collaboration with the Ministry of AYUSH and the High Commission of India. A timely reminder of the importance of wellbeing, mindfulness and community. #InternationalDayOfYoga

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

It was a pleasure to attend Borehamwood Youth FC’s awards presentation and celebrate the achievements of the Under 11 Lionesses and boys’ teams. Congratulations to all the players, coaches, volunteers and families on a fantastic season. ⚽🏆

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

It was a pleasure to attend A Spiritual Take on the Bhagavad Gita: Journey Within with Yogi Srinivas Arka. My thanks to Yogi Srinivas Arka ji and the organisers for hosting such a thoughtful and uplifting event. #Community #Spirituality #Learning #PersonalGrowth

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

As Mayor, it was a privilege to raise the Pride Flag at Elstree & Borehamwood Town Council in recognition of Pride Month and in support of our LGBTQ+ community. Together, we celebrate inclusion, respect, and the diversity that makes our community stronger. Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

It was a pleasure to attend the Elstree Mozart Players Concert organised by The Rotary Club of the Studios & Elstree & Borehamwood in support of Prostate Cancer UK and The Stroke Association.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Great to attend the Romanian Harvest Festival, a brilliant celebration of culture, music, food and community. Fantastic to see the Romanian community come together and share their traditions, with such a strong spirit of gratitude and togetherness. #Community #RomanianCommunity #HarvestFestival

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Great to attend our Town Council’s Farmers & Craft Market at its new location in the Hertsmere Civic Offices car park ☀️ Fantastic turnout — very popular and great to hear all stall holders had a successful day. Huge well done to the Town Council staff, especially John, for a brilliant job.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

A pleasure to attend the Mayor of Hertsmere’s Civic Dinner — celebrating those making a real difference in our community. Great to see Amelie recognised and a huge congratulations on winning the Youth Civic Award. An inspiring role model for our young people.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Great to visit the Oshwal Centre, Potters Bar for a tour of the temple and Centre. Joined by the High Sheriff of Hertfordshire, Lord Krish Raval, Matt Turmaine MP, Baroness Shah, Lord Katz, Cllr Parveen Rani and Cllr Pankit Shah. Thank you to the President and Trustees for the warm welcome.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Great to attend the Gratitude Easter Event — a lovely afternoon full of community spirit and smiles 🐣 Fantastic to see so many families come together. The kids especially loved the Easter Bunny and Spiderman! #EasterEvent #CommunitySpirit #Borehamwood #Hertfordshire

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Great to attend the Heartfulness Community Connect event in Potters Bar. A meaningful session on meditation and wellbeing, and the importance of taking time to pause and reflect. Thank you to the Heartfulness UK team for the invitation and the great work you do.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

Great atmosphere at today’s Borehamwood Farmers & Craft Market — hope to see even more of you next month as we head outdoors!

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

Great to attend the Asian-Jewish Business Network Open Evening at Varis Workspaces in Borehamwood. A brilliant evening of networking, collaboration and community. Also had the chance to share a few words on the importance of spaces like this for local businesses.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Honoured to attend the Newroz Reception at Speaker’s House, hosted by Sir Lindsay Hoyle. A great evening celebrating culture, unity and renewal — and a pleasure to have a chat with the Speaker.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Honoured to attend the Celebration of Gratitude by Jain Vishwa Bharati, London. A heartfelt tribute to Samani Malay Pragyaji & Samani Neeti Pragyaji for their incredible service and impact.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

A pleasure to attend the Civic Service hosted by the Mayor of Broxbourne, Cllr Patsy Spears, at St James Church. A meaningful service with a Mother’s Day theme, and great to meet fellow mayors and civic leaders from across the county.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

It was a pleasure to attend the Spring Scratch Choral Concert by the Elstree Mozart Players at All Saints Church last evening. Thank you as well to the team at All Saints Church for hosting the concert. It was also lovely to see members of the Studio Rotary Club supporting.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Great to attend DharmaFest by National Hindu Students’ Forum (UK) at The Bhavan. Incredible performances by students from across the UK celebrating culture, identity, and community.🙏

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

It was a pleasure to attend the Maha Shivratri event which was beautifully curated and organised by Brahma Kumaris, bringing together spirituality, culture, and inner reflection.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

A pleasure to attend the Mad Hatter Tea Party in support of Macmillan Cancer Support 💚 Wonderful to see Mayors from across Hertfordshire, Essex & London, alongside Pearly Queens and the London Assembly, come together for such an important cause.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

It was an honour to attend the 77th Republic Day of India reception organised by the High Commission of India. The reception was graced by Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons. A wonderful celebration of India’s democratic values and the strong ties between India and the UK. 🇮🇳🇬🇧

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

A deeply moving Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony at Hertswood Academy, hosted by Hertsmere Borough Council. Maralyn Turgel’s account of her father’s survival, alongside the choir performance and candle lighting, made for a truly poignant evening. We remember. We reflect. We learn.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

It was a pleasure to attend the AGM of Allum Manor, alongside councillors Sandra Parnell, Farida Turner and Cllr Parveen Rani, chaired by Ann Goddard, and to hear about the fantastic work taking place over the past year. My sincere thanks to the trustees, staff, and caretakers.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Honoured to attend the launch of CM75, celebrating 75 years of Chinmaya Mission and the start of a year-long programme across the UK and Europe. A powerful reminder of Chinmaya Mission’s lasting impact through Vedanta, education, youth engagement, and community service.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Judging the Christmas-themed cupcake competition at Summerswood School was a real treat 🎄🧁 Great to join Cllr Parveen Rani and Abbi from Roaming Roast. Every entry was beautifully decorated — the children were incredibly talented, which made judging very difficult! Well done to all!

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Lovely to attend the annual Christmas Party at Fountain Court 🎄✨ Huge thanks to Cllr Linda Smith for organising a warm, joyful afternoon of food, entertainment and gifts. Great to hand out Warm Winter Bags from Small Acts of Kindness, and everyone received an Amaryllis for Christmas.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Honoured to attend the UN World Meditation Day pre-event at the House of Lords, hosted by Lord Krish Raval OBE with Sister Jayanti of the Brahma Kumaris. A powerful reflection on how inner peace can shape global harmony and how meditation supports resilience and leadership.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

It was wonderful to attend the final Borehamwood Farmers & Craft Market of 2025! A huge thank you to our fantastic Council staff for putting together yet another brilliant community event and to Santa and his elves for making it magical for the children. 🎅✨

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Honoured to attend the Exclusive Women of Influence Circle Awards Gala in Borehamwood — and privileged to present awards to this year’s incredible honourees. Huge thanks to EWIC CIC for the amazing work you do through foodbank support, skills programmes and community empowerment.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Honoured to attend this year’s #InterFaithWeek gathering at the SRMD London Spiritual Centre. The theme brought together speakers from Catholic, Hindu, Jain, Jewish, Protestant and Muslim communities, each sharing powerful reflections on compassion and service. #Bushey #SRMDUK

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

It was a pleasure to attend the Blue Skies Hub launch today,a brilliant initiative supporting children & families locally and across the globe. Their Stay and Play Scheme will help bridge the childcare gap and give every child the chance to learn and thrive through play.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

A big thank you to the Borehamwood Times and the Barnet Times series for covering the Remembrance Sunday service at the Elstree War Memorial. 🌺 We will remember them. www.borehamwoodtimes.co.uk/news/2561735...

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Deputy mayor lays wreath at Elstree War Memorial

Borehamwood and Elstree residents gathered for a Service of Remembrance at the Elstree War Memorial, where deputy mayor Cllr Tushar Kumar laid a…

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Honoured to join the Mayor of Hertsmere for the Inter Faith Week Peace Walk this morning. Faith leaders from across the borough and local school children walked together from Elstree to Borehamwood, pausing for reflection outside our local religious centres.

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

✨🪔 Wonderful to attend the SRMD London Diwali Open House in Bushey — a joyful afternoon of diya-making, cultural performances, delicious snacks & festive spirit. Thank you to the SRMD team for such a warm, inclusive celebration of light & unity. 🌟 #Diwali2025 #SRMDLondon #FestivalOfLights

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

Honoured to lay a wreath on behalf of Elstree & Borehamwood Town Council at this year’s Remembrance Service — a day to reflect, remember, and give thanks to all who served. 🌺🇬🇧 #RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget

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Cllr Tushar Kumar @cllrtusharkumar.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

🇬🇧✨ Honoured to attend the Defence Hindu Network’s Diwali 2025 Celebration at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Neasden, in partnership with the Ministry of Defence.

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