Several professionals of Punjab origin have been recognized with the UK's New Year Honours, conferred by King Charles III. Actor Meera Syal received a Damehood for her contributions to literature, drama, and charity. Other honorees include Neeta Avnash Kaur Atkar (CBE) for finance services, Professor Gurpreet Singh Jagpal (OBE) for entrepreneurship education, and Narinder Kaur Shergill (OBE) for justice administration. The list also features MBE and BEM recipients across fields like fashion, chemistry, dance, community safety, and education, reflecting the diversity of British society.