Sandwell based artist Ranbir Kaur was awarded with the Hind Rattan, or ‘Jewel of India’, on 25 January 2006, India’s supreme decoration and honour.
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Ranbir Kaur received the award for her outstanding service, achievements and contribution to keeping Indian culture alive in the UK. The presentation of the award will take place in New Delhi, India. The Hind Rattan honours non-resident Indians for outstanding achievements and contribution in the honouree’s profession. Ranbir was honoured alongside 100 people from all over the world. Proud Ranbir Kaur Said: "Receiving the Hind Rattan is a great pleasure, I never imagined that my work would be recognised by the Indian Government. It is hugely touching to be recognised for the skills I have been imparting for the last 16 years in the UK. I am very proud.” Sylvia King, Chief Executive at The Public said: "The Public has had the privilege of working with Ranbir on a range of projects. I am delighted that Ranbir has received such an honour for her work. Once again it is the people here in our region who are blazing a trail for creativity, culture and excellence." Asian crafts Ranbir Kaur, as Kiran Arts and Crafts, has been developing the crafts activities of Asian women from different countries for the last twelve years. Kiran Arts and Crafts has produced work and publicity to promote culture and participation in Asian crafts between Asian and non-Asian people, in order to encourage greater cultural understanding. Ranbir’s work aims to raise the profile of traditional textile skills, encourage self-respect and confidence amongst the Asian communities about their heritage and encourage the sharing of skills more widely. | 
