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What started with the British Asian Trust’s first major fundraising event, a rain-soaked India vs Pakistan cricket match in Glasgow in 2006, has since grown into an organisation that has reached 18.8 million people across South Asia. In this episode, Deep Rajah sits down with Hitan Mehta, CEO of the British Asian Trust, to explore how the organisation creates lasting impact across education, mental health, livelihoods and child protection. Hitan shares how strong partnerships, trusted local organisations and public support help the Trust take its work further. He also talks about the support of celebrities such as Mahira Khan, Katy Perry and Abhishek Bachchan, who have attended the Trust’s events and helped amplify its work. From its royal origins to major fundraising events and grassroots initiatives, Hiten gives an insight into what it takes to turn goodwill into real, lasting change. 🎙️ Watch the full episode now.