Cambridge (Web Desk):
Pakistanis in the United States have made history as members of the Pakistani community were elected Mayor and Deputy Mayor of the city of Cambridge, marking a landmark achievement in local governance.
Sunbul Siddiqui, originally from Karachi, has been elected Mayor of Cambridge for the third consecutive term, creating a historic record. Her re-election reflects strong public confidence in her leadership and continued commitment to community service.
Meanwhile, Burhan Azam, who hails from Burewala, Pakistan, has been elected as the new Deputy Mayor of Cambridge. This is the first time that both the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Cambridge are Pakistani Muslims, a milestone celebrated widely by the Pakistani diaspora.
The historic victory has been warmly welcomed by the Pakistani community in the United States, with community members expressing pride and joy over the achievement. They termed the development a symbol of growing political participation and representation of Pakistani-Americans in mainstream US politics.
Community leaders said the success of Sunbul Siddiqui and Burhan Azam serves as an inspiration for overseas Pakistanis, highlighting the importance of civic engagement and leadership at the local level.