Meet the Indians attending King Charles' coronation ceremony

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar and his wife Dr Sudeep Dhankhar are representing India at the coronation ceremony of King Charles III in London on Saturday.

He will be seated alongside other Commonwealth Heads of State. Apart from him, several other Indians are attending the event.

Photo Credit: Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar interacts with leaders of various countries during Commonwealth reception hosted by King Charles III at Marlborough House, in London. PTI Photo

Akshata Murty, wife of UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and daughter of Infosys founder Narayana Murthy, will be attending the event. It has to be noted that her husband will read from the biblical book of Colossians at the Coronation of King Charles III in keeping with the recent tradition of British Prime Ministers giving readings at State occasions.

Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor and two 'dabbawalas' from Mumbai are among others who are in London to be part of the grand ceremony.

She will share the stage with global icons such as Lionel Richie and Katy Perry at the grand Coronation Concert. The Bollywood actress will deliver an exclusive spoken word piece at the highly-anticipated Coronation Concert where she will be introducing Steve Winwood and the exclusive Commonwealth virtual choir on May 7 at Windsor Castle, according to a statement.

Also, the famous 'Dabbawalas' are attending the ceremony.

During his visit to India in 2013, Charles had met the 'Dabbawalas', who are famous for their lunchbox delivery and return system in the commercial capital of India.

In addition to it, several Indian community members have received invitations to attend the event.

Sourabh Phadke, a Pune-born architect and teacher, who has been named among the selected charity champions, is taking part in the coronation ceremony of King Charles III. The 38-year-old was chosen for his association and great success through the causes supported by the Prince's Foundation.

Among others of Indian heritage in the gathering will be Bansari Ruparelia, a British Empire Medal (BEM) winner in recognition of her services to the community. Gulfsha, winner of the Prince's Trust Global Award, another BEM winner British Indian chef Manju Malhi and Indian-origin Jay Patel of Prince's Trust Canada are also among the selected invitees.

Lord Narendra Babubhai Patel will represent the Hindu faith and is expected to carry the sovereign's ring on the day of the Coronation.

With inputs from PTI