LUMS graduate and technology entrepreneur secures second victory in Hammersmith and Fulham with nearly 50% more votes
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LONDON — Aliya Afzal-Khan, a British Pakistani politician originally from Faisalabad, has secured re-election to the Hammersmith and Fulham Council in London for a second consecutive term, reportedly increasing her vote tally by nearly 50% compared to her previous election performance.
Her victory is being viewed as another significant achievement for the Pakistani diaspora in British politics and local governance.
Aliya Afzal Khan currently serves as a councillor for the Palace & Hurlingham ward in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, representing the Conservative Party.
Born in Faisalabad, she completed her MBA from Lahore University of Management Sciences before moving to the United Kingdom, where she built a career spanning politics, education, technology and community leadership.
Strong roots in public service and education
According to people close to the family, Aliya comes from a background deeply associated with public service, education and political leadership in Pakistan.
Over the years, she has emerged as one of the active British Pakistani female voices within local Conservative politics, particularly in community outreach and minority engagement.
She previously served as Director of Conservative Friends of Pakistan and has worked extensively to connect ethnic minority communities with the Conservative Party through events, policy discussions, roundtables and grassroots campaigns. (Cfosb)
Technology entrepreneur and educator
Alongside politics, Aliya is also a software engineer and entrepreneur.
She serves as CEO of Edison Technologies, a company focused on educational app development and digital learning solutions.
Her professional background also includes teaching Mathematics, Science and ICT in London schools. She has previously taught at Lady Margaret School and The Hurlingham Academy.
Supporters describe her as a strong advocate for women’s empowerment, youth engagement and educational development.
Active role in arts and local community
Beyond politics and business, Aliya remains active in London’s cultural and community sectors.
She serves on the board of the Society of Fulham Artists and Potters and supports the work of the Fulham Palace Trust, reflecting her interest in heritage architecture and local arts initiatives.
Her local political priorities have included tackling crime and anti-social behaviour, improving traffic flow, supporting cleaner neighbourhoods, and advocating for step-free transport access in her borough.
Growing influence of British Pakistanis
Aliya Afzal Khan’s re-election comes amid the growing political visibility of British Pakistanis across the United Kingdom, where members of the community are increasingly occupying influential positions in Parliament, local councils, business and public institutions.
Political observers say her victory highlights the expanding role of highly educated British Pakistani women in mainstream British politics and civic leadership.
