The International Day of the Girl Child became an unforgettable occasion for Sanjana Hiremath, a 23-year-old resident of Hubballi. On that day in Bengaluru, she assumed the position of the British Deputy High Commissioner (DHC) for a day. The British High Commission in India has been organising the “High Commissioner for a Day” competition every year since 2017, to celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child (11 October).
Applicants for this year’s competition were invited to submit a one-minute video answering the question: “How can young people help lead the way in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?.”
Out of 180 applications from talented young women around the country, Ms. Hiremath was picked as the winner for DHC for a Day in Bengaluru. Sanjana holds a master’s degree in media and communications and is currently employed at London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG).
