Oldham man Amin Chowdhury walks 100 miles for charity
Amin Chowdhury, a serial fundraiser from Oldham, is undertaking a 100-mile trek from Chadderton to Chester during March while fasting for Ramadan. The walk links four mayoral areas and aims to raise money for local charity Mahdlo to support outdoor pursuits for children with disabilities and learning difficulties. The trek is backed by Mayors from Tameside, Warrington, Chester, and Oldham, with donations shared across their chosen charities including young carers services, homeless accommodation, domestic abuse refuge, and empowerment charity Positive Steps. Amin, who met King Charles after his coronation, is known for helping others and raising Oldham's profile through initiatives like the British Education Awards and Excellence in Oldham Awards.