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Leicester Mourns the Passing of Trailblazer Councillor Manjula Sood

Manjula Sood, the UK’s first Asian female Lord Mayor and a beloved community leader, passed away peacefully on 24 December 2025 at the age of 80. Her passing came just a day after she celebrated her 80th birthday surrounded by family and grandchildren in London. Throughout her life, Councillor Sood broke barriers and championed diversity, inclusion, and public service. Her legacy as a pioneering figure in Leicester and across the UK continues to inspire many. Friends, family, politicians, faith leaders, and community members gathered in Leicester to pay tribute to her remarkable life and enduring contributions. She will be deeply missed but fondly remembered for her dedication, warmth, and trailblazing spirit.