Draft:Ahmed Ajum Piperdy

Ahmed Ajum Piperdy (circa 1870 – circa 1931 ) was an Indo-Mauritian businessman and politician and a member of the Surat diaspora in Mauritius during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in Rander, near Surat, Bombay Presidency, India, Ahmed was the eldest son of Ajum Goolam Hossen. His contributions spanned both business and civic affairs.

Business
Ahmed's association with his father's trade company, Ajum Goolam Hossen & Co., began in 1891 and lasted until the company's dissolution in 1901.

Politics
In 1883, Ahmed first arrived in Mauritius, setting the stage for a life dedicated to community service and civic engagement. He became a member of the Municipal Council of Port Louis, representing Ward 2, from 1909 to approximately 1915. Ahmed and his brother were the first councillors of Mauritius, succeeding Dr. Hassen Sakir, who was elected in 1900.

Family
Ahmed's brother, Cassim Ajum Piperdy, born in Mauritius, and in the same local administration as Ahmed, also contributed to the civic life of Port Louis as a member of the Municipal Council before venturing to Bombay with their father for business pursuits.

Legacy
Ahmed Ajum Piperdy died in 1932 in Port Louis, Mauritius.