This site is a tribute to a 'beautiful soul', Mohan Singh Dhamrait OBE. His life was a blessing, his memory a treasure. He is loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.

Mohan Singh Dhamrait OBE sadly passed away on 22 January 2021 at the age of 80 years old, after a short battle with COVID-19. He was one in a million, genuine, kind hearted and loving and helpful towards everyone he knew. Mohan was a unique human being with a pure heart. He had a passion for socialising with family and friends, gardening, photography and loved visiting places.

Mohan will be remembered by all as a gentleman, loyal, genuine, hardworking and committed person in all that he did. He led by example, he was a 'man of the people'. He dedicated his life to helping others, he had such a kind soul and was always so forgiving. Mohan’s inner belief in all that he did was to add value and support others. As Albert Einstein said:

‘Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value’

Mohan was a loyal and dedicated son, brother, husband, dad, granddad, uncle, cousin, friend and colleague. 

Mohan was born a twin with his brother Sohan in Fiji on 22 March 1940. Mohan came to the UK aged 16 in November 1956. He married Surjit on 15 August 1971, sadly he just missed their 50th Wedding Anniversary milestone. He was loving dad to Jagjit and Inderjit and also took extreme pride in his four grandchildren Gurvinder, Amardeep, Amol and Kiran. He worshipped his sister Pritam Kaur, who sadly also passed away with COVID-19 on 25 March 2020. He was devoted to his twin brother Sohan and younger brother Sucha. On the same date that Mohan passed away, exactly four years ago in 2017, his dear nephew, Daljit Dhamrait at the age of 40, sadly passed away from a heart attack. Mohan also adored his cousins, nephews and nieces. He loved everyone, all his family and friends. 

Mohan was dedicated to his Sikh faith, participating in regular service at Khalsa Centre Tooting and Croydon Gurdwara (Sikh Temple).

Mohan worked as a Senior Spectrum Engineer, completing over 35 years of Government Service, his hard work and dedication was recognised when he was awarded an OBE. Specialising in radio regulatory, developments of radio standards and radio spectrum engineering field, including representing the UK at local and international meetings. He was committed and worked meticulously and professionally, often working long and unsociable hours, Mohan always worked to get the best outcome (he never complained).

Mohan also dedicated his time to union activity and was a champion of equal opportunities. He was a one off and this was marked with a celebration retirement event on 15 March 2001, where he was honoured with a ‘This is your life’ book which marked significant moments through his life and career. His colleagues became long-life friends, who he continued to maintain regular contact with.

In parallel with his work, Mohan devoted considerable time to other activities:

- Member of Trade Unions from 1965: Post Office Engineering Union, Institution of Professionals, Managers and Specialists (IPMS) (formally known as IPCS), Prospect (positions held H&S representative, Section Secretary Assistant Secretary, Secretary, Vice-Chairman, Chairman & Delegate to Annual Delegate Conferences). A member of the Prospect National Executive Committee and Chaired NEC Equal Opportunity Advisory Committee.

- First Sikh/Asian appointed to the Trade Union Congress representing TUC Race Committee 1995-2001.

- A member of Employment Tribunal South London 1993-1996.

Mohan’s greatness is signified by his many awards and recognitions:

- Officer of British Empire (OBE) 2000 for services to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Investiture at Buckingham Palace.

- TUC Gold Badge of Congress award for invaluable services to trade unionism 2001.

- IPMS Distinguished Members award for in recognition of long & Meritorious Service to the Institution 2001.

- Certificate of appreciation awarded by ITU Radio Sector for invaluable contribution as chairman of Radio Communications Task Group 1/5 2000.

- DTI award for introduction of the millimetric radio within UK, Europe and Internationally 1990.

- Radio Agency award for work at ITU World Radio Conference and Trade Union 1997 & 2000.

In retirement Mohan stayed active, he dedicated and committed to community service, generously committing his time and using his experience to help others. His activities included:

- Life Member and Chairman Custodian Trustee at Khalsa Centre Tooting and Life Member at Croydon Gurdwara (Sikh Temple).

- Chair and Member of Secondary and Primary School Admission and Exclusion Independent Appeal Panel Croydon Council.

- Governor of Saint Mary's Catholic School, Croydon.

- Member of Thornton Heath Local Policing Ward Panel and Local Residents.

- Secretary of Parchmore Medical Centre - Patient Participation Group.

- Member of the Independent Advisory Group and Southern London Branch - Executive Committee Member of Benenden Healthcare Society.

- Member of Thornton Heath Library Steering Group and Thornton Heath Regeneration.

Mohan was a true hero, he lived a full life, selflessly always supporting others.

Mohan was someone special. A special person, a special face, someone we loved and can never be replaced.

Dad you will always be in my heart, we will love and miss you forever, until we meet again.

Forever your proud daughter, Jagjit x