Imran Safdar
Cllr - Kirklees Community Independents Group
BBC NEWS
Saturday 17th May 2025
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Councillor Imran Safdar, who helped organise the touring exhibition's stop in Huddersfield, said he was "honoured" to bring the items to Huddersfield.
"Not everyone can travel to Istanbul, or indeed to Mecca or Medina, to see such historical Islamic artefacts, so such an event coming to our town fills me and the mosque volunteers with pride," he said
"The engravings and the scripture on the cloths reiterate the message of peace."
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Yahoo News
Friday 16th May 2025
Rare Islamic artefacts to go on display in ‘a first’ for Huddersfield
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Crosland Moor and Netherton ward councillor, Imran Safdar, who has helped to organise the exhibition’s stop in Huddersfield, said : “It was so delightful to work with my dear old family friend, the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of West Yorkshire, Sofia Buncy, and the hard working volunteer team at Masjid Ghausia to bring this unique exhibition to Huddersfield
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In a moment of shared admiration and spiritual unity, Councillor Imran Safdar and Councillor Alex Vickers stand before the majestic cover of the Kaaba door. This stunning and awe-inspiring image reflects the beauty, reverence, and cross-community respect fostered by the Kiswat Al-Kaaba exhibition. Their presence highlights the spirit of collaboration and the deep impact of bringing sacred heritage into the heart of the community.
Markazi Jamia Masjid Ghausia proudly hosted the Kiswat Al-Kaaba exhibition, drawing deep community engagement and spiritual reflection. A heartfelt thank you goes to Councillor Imran Safdar, the mosque's chairman, and the dedicated committee and volunteers who played a vital role in making this event a success. Their ongoing awareness efforts and strong community outreach ensured that the exhibition was well-supported and widely attended.
In a moment of shared admiration and spiritual unity, Councillor Imran Safdar and Councillor Alex Vickers stand before the majestic cover of the Kaaba door. This stunning and awe-inspiring image reflects the beauty, reverence, and cross-community respect fostered by the Kiswat Al-Kaaba exhibition. Their presence highlights the spirit of collaboration and the deep impact of bringing sacred heritage into the heart of the community.