Mdm Kartar was endearingly called “Mami” by her team and was well respected for her dedication and devotion, and in the execution of her responsibilities. She was a strict disciplinarian who was steadfast in ensuring that the team continuously worked towards the objectives of ISS.
She did not hesitate to correct and counsel when things were not going as planned. Through her work, she inspired others to put their heart and soul into sewa. She would roll up her sleeves and work side by side with the team in spring cleaning exercises and participation during gurpurabs.
Mdm Kartar’s selfless service to humanitarian needs was also highly commendable. She set the path and overcame obstacles with patience, tact and skill so that the programmes and activities of ISS were successful. It is due to pioneers such as Mdm Kartar that there is a vibrant ISS which contributes actively to the community at large.
Mdm Kartar organised religious programmes, Sukhmani sat sang, masia (moonless night) and other jormelehs (religious fairs). She played a key role as a founding member of ISS which is the only registered Sikh-women society in Singapore. Her setting the examples of moral dignity, service and self-sacrifice will remain a source of inspiration to the new generations of Sikh women. 