SPS Oberoi visits Punjab to celebrate adopted daughters birthday and pledges lifelong support
TARN TARAN : Nearly five months after Dubai-based philanthropist SPS Oberoi adopted seven years old Ekagardeep Kaur following the tragic death of her father in a deadly fire incident in Georgia, he returned to
Punjab
from Dubai to mark a special occasion—the birth anniversary of his adopted daughter.
During his visit, he reaffirmed his promise to support Ekagardeep's education in full, ensuring that her future remains bright despite the shadows of past tragedy.
'I didn't come just to celebrate her birthday—I came to remind her that she is not alone, and that her dreams matter,' he said in an emotive note. In a touching moment, he also announced the installation of a submersible pump at Ekagardeep's home, which will significantly help to improve the family's daily living conditions.
The young girl's mother, Baljit Kaur, along with other family members, was visibly moved. 'We lost everything when Sandeep died, but today we feel like we've gained a family again. We are deeply thankful,' she said with her voice filled with gratitude. She further said that Ekagardeep lost her father, but today she has a maternal grandfather who treats her like his own. 'We are blessed,' she said.
Notably, Sandeep Singh was one among the 12 persons who died in a suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in a restaurant in Gudauri, Georgia, on December 14, 2024.
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During a visit to Sandeep's house in January , Oberoi not only announced his decision to adopt Ekagardeep but also gave a fixed deposit of Rs 2 lakh for her marriage and took responsibility for the repair of the late Sandeep Singh's house. He also announced a monthly pension of Rs 5000 for the family.
On the occasion, the young girl shared her dream of becoming a doctor with Oberoi, whom she affectionately calls 'Nanu'. Deeply moved by her ambition, Oberoi pledged to bear all expenses related to her education until she achieves her goal and assured her of every possible support along the way.
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