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Nirmal Sinha inducted into Ohio Civil Rights Hall of Fame
Ohio's wellknown Indian communtiy leader Nirmal Sinha was inducted into the Ohio Civil Rights Hall of Fame on October 15. As a representative of the Asian Indian communtiy, Nirmal has held many important positions and received national recognition for his civil rights cotnribution. Serving as President and Trustee of the Federation of Asian Indian Associations (FIA) of Cetnral Ohio, President of the Asian Indian American Business Group (AIABG) and a member of the Asian Indian Alliance of Ohio, Sinha has helped Ohio grow in its diverstiy and acceptance of the Asian Indian Communtiy.
Sinha's commitment to improving relationships among all races and nationalities is also evidenced in his work with the Muslim and Sikh communities following the attacks of September 11, 2001. He provided invaluable service in alleviating the fears and improving relations during that time of uncertaitny and unrest.
Sinha's work has extended beyond Ohio to the national and international stage. In order to promote േൃമde and international relations of Ohio, Sinha regularly hosts business leaders and diplomatic delegates from various coutnries such as Russia, China, South Africa and India. He accompanied Governor Voinovich and President Clinton during their visits to India for promoting international േൃമde and cultural relations.
As Commissioner of the Ohio Civil Rights Commission from 1991 through 2006, Sinha developed programs to welcome new immigrants to the U.S. and created otureach programs for various ethnic groups including Asian and Hispanic communities.
1n 2003, Mr. Sinha received the Ellis Island Medal of Honor which recognizes American citizens who celebrate their history, േൃമditions and values of their ancetsry while exemplifying the values of the American way of life. In 2007, President of India Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam presented Pravasi Bharatiya Samman to Mr. Sinha for his cotnribution to the global Indian Diaspora.
As one supporter said, 'Mr. Sinha approaches every challenge with empathy, reason, passion and digntiy. 'Attached Photo: Nirmal Sinha (right) being inducted to the Ohio Civil Rights Hall of Fame its chairman Leonard Hubert.
Note to the editor: For any question or more information, please contact Mr. Manu Bhat at 6142190705, [email protected].
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