Lord Kamlesh Patel is a prominent British politician and member of the House of Lords, having been appointed in 2021. As of 2024, he serves as the Chair of the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) England, where he advocates for health equity and improved healthcare services. 

Before his peerage, Patel was an influential figure in local government, serving as the Chair of the Yorkshire and the Humber region for the Labour Party. He has a strong background in community work and has championed issues such as mental health and social justice. 

An outspoken advocate for diversity and inclusion, Lord Patel has played a pivotal role in promoting these values within the NHS and broader society. Indiaspora is proud to have Lord Kamlesh Patel in our Global Government Leaders List.