{"id":7483,"date":"2025-06-25T16:25:35","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T10:55:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.barusahib.org\/?p=7483"},"modified":"2025-12-02T12:29:47","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T06:59:47","slug":"from-baru-sahib-to-oxford-dr-tarundeep-singhs-inspiring-journey-in-psychiatry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/from-baru-sahib-to-oxford-dr-tarundeep-singhs-inspiring-journey-in-psychiatry\/","title":{"rendered":"From Baru Sahib to Oxford &#8211; Dr. Tarundeep Singh\u2019s Inspiring Journey in Psychiatry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The journey of <strong>Dr. Tarundeep Singh<\/strong>, an <strong>alumnus of Akal Academy Baru Sahib<\/strong>, is an inspiring reflection of how education blended with spiritual wisdom can shape global leaders. Currently practising as a <strong>psychiatrist in Sussex, UK<\/strong>, and pursuing <strong>specialisation in Adult Psychiatry at Oxford<\/strong>, his story is a testament to the vision nurtured by Baru Sahib.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/from-baru-sahib-to-oxford-dr-tarundeep-singhs-inspiring-journey-in-psychiatry\/#Meeting_with_The_Kalgidhar_Trust_President_in_the_UK\" >Meeting with The Kalgidhar Trust President in the UK<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/from-baru-sahib-to-oxford-dr-tarundeep-singhs-inspiring-journey-in-psychiatry\/#How_Baru_Sahib_Shaped_His_Life\" >How Baru Sahib Shaped His Life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/from-baru-sahib-to-oxford-dr-tarundeep-singhs-inspiring-journey-in-psychiatry\/#Serving_Humanity_Through_Mental_Health\" >Serving Humanity Through Mental Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/from-baru-sahib-to-oxford-dr-tarundeep-singhs-inspiring-journey-in-psychiatry\/#Message_to_Akal_Academy_Students_Worldwide\" >Message to Akal Academy Students Worldwide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/from-baru-sahib-to-oxford-dr-tarundeep-singhs-inspiring-journey-in-psychiatry\/#_A_Legacy_of_Excellence_and_Service\" >\u00a0A Legacy of Excellence and Service<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meeting_with_The_Kalgidhar_Trust_President_in_the_UK\"><\/span>Meeting with The Kalgidhar Trust President in the UK<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>During a recent <strong>UK Alumni Connect<\/strong> event, <strong>Dr. Tarundeep Singh<\/strong> had a heartfelt meeting with <strong>Dr. Davinder Singh Ji, President of The Kalgidhar Trust.<\/strong> This emotional encounter was a reminder of the deep-rooted values and blessings that continue to guide Baru Sahib alumni across the globe.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7487 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.barusahib.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dr-tarundeep-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dr-tarundeep-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dr-tarundeep-370x463.jpg 370w, https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dr-tarundeep-270x338.jpg 270w, https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dr-tarundeep-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dr-tarundeep.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Baru_Sahib_Shaped_His_Life\"><\/span>How Baru Sahib Shaped His Life<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A School That Became a Second Home<br \/>\nDr. Tarundeep\u2019s journey began with two transformative years at Akal Academy Baru Sahib, nestled in the serene Himalayas. Here, he was immersed in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gurbani and Seva (selfless service)<\/li>\n<li>Theatre, debates, and cultural exchange<\/li>\n<li>A nurturing environment of discipline, compassion, and spiritual growth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These formative experiences became the foundation of both his personal integrity and professional success.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Serving_Humanity_Through_Mental_Health\"><\/span>Serving Humanity Through Mental Health<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Today, the same spiritual and ethical values he learned at Baru Sahib guide his compassionate work in the field of mental health. As a practising psychiatrist, Dr. Tarundeep is making meaningful contributions to society while staying deeply connected to his roots.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Message_to_Akal_Academy_Students_Worldwide\"><\/span>Message to Akal Academy Students Worldwide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Legacy Lives On<br \/>\nDr. Tarundeep\u2019s success is not just his own \u2014 it\u2019s a story shared by every student of Akal Academies worldwide. His message is simple but powerful:<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u201cStay connected. Stay rooted. Carry forward the values of Baru Sahib wherever you go.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_A_Legacy_of_Excellence_and_Service\"><\/span>\u00a0A Legacy of Excellence and Service<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dr. Tarundeep Singh\u2019s story perfectly embodies the vision of Baru Sahib\u2019s founding saints \u2014 <strong>Sant Attar Singh Ji Maharaj, Sant Teja Singh Ji, and Baba Iqbal Singh Ji<\/strong> \u2014 where academic excellence, spirituality, and service go hand in hand.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: none; overflow: hidden;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FRubySKohli%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02ABYhGChdidW8XzRWSJaJJAKy5CHtkEyXikCPM1dKgLUYqGSGi2tMmhx8WMaLjjpKl&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500\" width=\"500\" height=\"250\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The journey of Dr. Tarundeep Singh, an alumnus of Akal Academy Baru Sahib, is an inspiring reflection of how education blended with spiritual wisdom can shape global leaders. 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