[1] Her parents were originally from West Punjab but were forced to emigrate during the Partition of India in 1947.

[2] Mangat studied in India and obtained degrees in political science, economics, English and education.

[2][3] In 2004 she tried to get nominated in the federal riding of Brampton West but lost to Colleen Beaumier.

During the campaign she came out in support of keeping Peel Memorial Hospital open and she spoke against the Conservative promise to fund private faith-based schools.

[5][6] During her time in government she was appointed as Parliamentary assistant to a number of roles including Seniors and transportation.