A woman who endured sepsis and subsequently lost both her hands and feet has achieved a significant milestone, walking in public for the first time with her new prosthetic limbs. Manjit Sangha, 56, took a few tentative steps at her former workplace, a Screwfix branch in Stafford, where her husband, Kam, is also employed on night shifts.
Mrs Sangha's journey has inspired her colleagues, who have rallied to support her through a remarkable fundraising effort. They have embarked on a 100,000-step challenge in her honour, successfully raising more than £43,000 to date. This substantial sum is earmarked to provide Mrs Sangha with advanced robotic hands, a crucial aid while she awaits a suitable donor for a transplant, a process her husband noted could potentially take years.
Kam Sangha expressed his wife's determination to regain a sense of normalcy and return to work, highlighting that the robotic hands would be instrumental in achieving this goal. He emphasised the profound impact of the encouragement she has received from GXO, her managers, and her colleagues, stating that she "couldn't have done it without their help."
Manjit Sangha conveyed her overwhelming gratitude for the support, stating she "couldn't say it in words" how much it meant to her. She remarked on her colleagues' unwavering teamwork and care, expressing surprise and deep appreciation for their fundraising initiative. Mrs Sangha views her ability to walk again as powerful proof that "you can do it, no matter what," a testament to her resilience.
Team manager Jon Pearce commended Mrs Sangha's "spirit," noting that raising money for her felt like an "easy thing" given her courage. Sandra Markiewka, another team manager at the firm, described Mrs Sangha as a "fantastic" and exceptionally hardworking colleague, expressing immense pride in her achievements.