Profile
Sheikh Mohammad Imran, popularly known as Imran Kehwah, is a Kashmiri entrepreneur, social activist and politician from Ishber Nishat, Srinagar. A dynamic leader with deep roots in business and civic life, he builds bridges between traditional Kashmir and modern enterprise — mobilizing youth, fostering livelihoods and driving a vision of inclusive development for Jammu & Kashmir.

Key Roles
– Founder & Chairman — Kehwah Group (multi-venture business group)
– Former Deputy Mayor — Srinagar Municipal Corporation
– State Secretary (Organisation) — Jammu & Kashmir People’s Conference (JKPC) (joined JKPC in 2025)

Education & Early Life
Born and raised in Srinagar, Imran received his early education at Burn Hall School and Good Shepherd International School (Ooty), where he was active in academics, sports and leadership programs (including the Duke of Edinburgh Award). He pursued higher studies at the University of Asia (Sharjah) and later at Hudson Valley Community College and SUNY Albany in the USA.

Entrepreneurship & Economic Vision
As the founder of the Kehwah Group, Imran has diversified the family trading business into transportation, silk-yarn manufacturing, hospitality, cold storage and retail of Kashmiri arts & crafts. An early adopter of modern operational practices, he has championed projects to strengthen horticulture and local value chains — including large-scale cold storage capacity to benefit apple growers and other agri-initiatives. His business philosophy is simple: connect tradition to technology and position Jammu & Kashmir on the global economic map.

Civic Initiatives & Youth Outreach
– Imran is well known for community-first programs and youth engagement:

– Launched sporting platforms like the J&K Corporate Premium League and Downtown Premier League to channel youth talent productively.

– Organized agricultural and horticultural events such as the Grower Conclave & Apple Mela, bringing farmers and experts together for technology-driven farming.

– Supported community infrastructure and CSR programs that focus on education, health and livelihoods.

Political Vision & JKPC Role
Joining JKPC in 2025, Imran serves as State Secretary (Organisation), where he leads grassroots mobilisation, party organisation and the People’s Alliance for Change (PAC) coordination. He advocates a politics of development, dialogue and youth empowerment — aiming to reduce the disconnect between leaders and young citizens and to promote opportunities across the UT.

Public Record & Recognition
Imran has represented Jammu & Kashmir in multiple national and international delegations, including G20 Young Leaders events and business forums. His efforts to bring attention and investment to the Valley have led to frequent invitations to speak at industry and diaspora gatherings.

Article 370 / 35A — Early Protest Role
Sheikh Imran’s leadership in local protests around Article 370 and Article 35A has been widely noted. His role in those mobilisations is referenced in published literature on the subject, including the book 370: Undoing the Unjust (message from the Prime Minister Modi) which mentions local businesspersons and protest activity.

Contact & Social
Website: https://sheikhimran.in/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1L7T2A3Gi6/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imrankehwah/profilecard/
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