Cnclr Aneela Ahmed
Cllr Aneela Ahmed, who has served 25 years with the Yorkshire Ambulance Service
Cllr Aneela Ahmed Joins Cultural Leaders to Support Kiswat Al Kaaba Exhibition at Bradford City Hall
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Bradford, 22nd February 2025 – Councillor Aneela Ahmed attended the prestigious Kiswat Al-Kaaba exhibition at Bradford City Hall alongside Dr Sofia Buncy MBE DL and civic leader Richard. Together, they viewed the sacred artefacts from the Holy Kaaba and Madinah Al-Sharifah, immersing themselves in centuries of Islamic history and craftsmanship
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Cllr Ahmed expressed deep admiration for the exhibition’s message of unity, cultural pride, and education. Her presence, alongside influential figures in interfaith and community work, reinforced the exhibition’s importance in preserving Islamic heritage and using it as a tool for community empowerment and cultural understanding
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“This exhibition brings history to life,” said Cllr Ahmed. “It creates space for learning, reflection, and connection between communities.”
The event continues to receive high praise as one of Bradford’s largest and most impactful cultural showcases
Cllr Aneela Ahmed visited the Kiswat Al Kaaba exhibition at Bradford City Hall alongside Dr Sofia Buncy MBE DL and Richard, showing united support for the cultural and spiritual importance of the Kiswa artefacts. The exhibition highlighted sacred textiles from Makkah and Madinah, sparking dialogue around faith, heritage, and identity. Together, they championed the value of cultural preservation, interfaith engagement, and community education in building a more connected Bradford
Cllr Aneela Ahmed, Kamrunisa Patel, and Dr Sofia Buncy MBE DL share a moment together halfway through the Kiswat Al-Kaaba exhibition at Bradford City Hall. Surrounded by sacred Kiswa artefacts, their presence embodies unity, heritage, and community pride
The Kiswat Al-Kaaba exhibition at Bradford City Hall on 22nd February 2025 witnessed a powerful moment of unity as MP Imran Hussain, Council Leader Susan Hinchcliffe, respected businessman Tauseef Malik, Dr Sofia Buncy MBE DL, and Cllr Aneela Ahmed stood together to show their heartfelt support for this extraordinary cultural event. Their collective presence symbolised a deep respect for Islamic heritage, history, and the interfaith values that underpin Bradford’s diverse community. The dignita
Cllr Aneela Ahmed visited the Kiswat Al Kaaba exhibition at Bradford City Hall alongside Dr Sofia Buncy MBE DL and Richard, showing united support for the cultural and spiritual importance of the Kiswa artefacts. The exhibition highlighted sacred textiles from Makkah and Madinah, sparking dialogue around faith, heritage, and identity. Together, they championed the value of cultural preservation, interfaith engagement, and community education in building a more connected Bradford