Deputy Mayor of the London Borough of Bromley - biography
Councillor Dr. Sunil Gupta was born in New Delhi, India and lost his father at the age of sixteen. Dr Gupta dedicates his appointment as Deputy Mayor to the memory of his late father, Mr. Chandra Pal Gupta, a school principal whose values of discipline and commitment to education profoundly shaped Sunil’s character and guided him throughout his life and career.
Sunil also dedicates many of his life’s achievements to his elder brother, Salil Gupta, a Chartered Accountant and lecturer, whose guidance has been an inspiration throughout his journey.
A proud resident of Bromley for more than twenty years, Dr. Gupta was elected Councillor for Bromley Common and Holwood in 2022. Since his election, he has played an active role in shaping local healthcare and community wellbeing across the borough, serving on several key committees, including as Vice-Chairman of the Adult Care and Health committee and the Health and Wellbeing Board, helping to deliver policies and initiatives that improve the lives of Bromley residents.
Alongside his civic responsibilities, Dr. Gupta is a Consultant Haematologist-Oncologist. He leads clinical trials in blood cancer treatment and has worked at medical institutions in India, Singapore, Sydney and London. He also holds nine postgraduate qualifications and post-nominals, including an MBA.
Beyond medicine and public office, Dr. Gupta is deeply committed to community cohesion and wellbeing. In 2012, he founded a community association promoting social connection and has been a certified yoga instructor, for more than thirteen years, helping residents improve both their physical and mental wellbeing while combating loneliness and isolation.
Dr. Gupta also supports a hospital serving some of the poorest communities in the tribal regions of central India, helping to provide access to healthcare for those most in need.
Dr. Gupta is married and a proud father. He is also a sports enthusiast, who enjoys playing badminton and tennis, with his interests also including horse riding and aviation.
Dr. Gupta is honoured to be the first Deputy Mayor of Asian heritage and is committed to serving the people of Bromley with warmth and integrity, seeking to make a positive difference in society. Dr Gupta is very keen to support the Mayor throughout her Mayoral year, including in fundraising for her chosen charities.