[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 162 (Tuesday, October 15, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1283]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE LIFE OF JASBIR ``GUDDI'' KAUR SIDHU

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                             HON. JIM COSTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 15, 2019

  Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Mrs. Jasbir 
``Guddi'' Sidhu who tragically passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2019. 
Guddi will be remembered for her dedicated service to the Sikh 
community of Fresno, California.
  Guddi lived an admirable life and made countless contributions to the 
city of Fresno. For 25 years, she had a weekly television show and was 
a founding member of KBIF 900, a local radio station. Her weekend 
program featured interviews with community members, cultural figures 
and well-known international songs. Her station was aired not only in 
Fresno, but also in India and streamed by thousands on social media.
  Guddi was a well-known and well-respected leader in the Punjabi Sikh 
community. She was a member of numerous local groups and worked hard to 
preserve the Punjabi culture and Sikh religion for children and 
families in the community. Guddi was a member of the Sikh Women's 
Organization for 15 years and was Vice President Sikh Institute of 
Fresno.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the life 
and service of Jasbir ``Guddi'' Sidhu. She was a respected member in 
the community and had a passion for the people of the Central Valley.

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