Peterborough hero who helps others despite tragic loss

Atiq Rehman is another of our ‘Peterborough Heroes’ winners who was nominated by several readers for going above and beyond to help others during the coronavirus crisis.
Atiq Rehman (third from left) on a previous charitable venture with the Children of Adam charity pictured with boxing gym owner Vic Imbriano (who paid for 50 meals for the homeless from funds from a boxing show) Waheed Fazal and Ceyhun Dilek from Rumbles fish bar at WerringtonAtiq Rehman (third from left) on a previous charitable venture with the Children of Adam charity pictured with boxing gym owner Vic Imbriano (who paid for 50 meals for the homeless from funds from a boxing show) Waheed Fazal and Ceyhun Dilek from Rumbles fish bar at Werrington
Atiq Rehman (third from left) on a previous charitable venture with the Children of Adam charity pictured with boxing gym owner Vic Imbriano (who paid for 50 meals for the homeless from funds from a boxing show) Waheed Fazal and Ceyhun Dilek from Rumbles fish bar at Werrington

Atiq is a founder and one of the organisers of the Children of Adam charity and was also left devastated when his cousin died from coronavirus in April.

His heartfelt plea to take social distancing and lockdown measures seriously following the tragedy struck a chord with thousands across Peterborough.

Readers also praised him for charity work. One wrote:

“He deserves some recognition!

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“This gentleman has organised one of the biggest charities in Peterborough as part of which he himself visits hospitals, raises money for all causes, visits children in need, organises food and care packages as well as feeding the homeless.

“ This man is always there for the city of Peterborough and has been through this entire pandemic and also for many years prior. He is a true unsung hero.

“He works tirelessly to help anyone in need.”

Mr Rehman said he was delighted to be recognised with an award, but added: “We’ve been doing this from our soul, just to make a difference in the community.

“It’s something we’ve been doing the whole time of lockdown, since starting with delivering meals.

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“We were shocked how many people needed help and I’m glad we could all help.

“We didn’t expect this award, we don’t help just for awards but, wow, it’s amazing.

“The whole team is going to be so happy! I hope this inspires others to help and do more.”

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