Dr. Parmjeet Parmar is a scientist, entrepreneur, and community advocate whose life bridges cultures and experiences. She was born in India into an Air Force family, moving often during her childhood. That taught her to adapt quickly and connect with people from many different backgrounds.

Parmjeet completed a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a Master of Science in Biochemistry at the University of Poona. In 1995, she moved to Auckland and later undertook a PhD in Biological Sciences, focusing on ways to support healthy neuronal cell growth and help people with eye diseases. Her work was published in scientific journals and was driven by her belief that research should make a difference in people’s lives.

Parmjeet has always been deeply involved in her community. Along with being a scientist and businesswoman, she was also a weekend broadcaster on an Auckland Indian radio station. She served on the Families Commission and has long supported efforts to prevent domestic violence and build stronger families.

Parmjeet was first elected to Parliament in 2014. She is now a proud ACT MP and chairs the Economic Development, Science, and Innovation Select Committee. She is a strong advocate for New Zealand's diverse community of small-business owners, professionals, and working families. Parmjeet brings the same practical, evidence-based thinking from her science career into politics, championing policies that help entrepreneurs and strengthen family wellbeing.

New Zealand is the country Parmjeet proudly calls home. Her journey shows what is possible with opportunity, hard work, and a commitment to serve – and she is ready to keep giving back.