About Jamila Gilani
Born 1960. Jamila Gilani is a Pakistani politician.
Early life Gilani was born on 5 January 1960 in Mardan, Khyber Pukhtunkhwah, Pakistan. Her father, Mian Farid Khan, was an active member of the Khudai Khidmatgar movement and other left oriented movements. His hotel well known as Mia Srai was the hub of progressive political activists. She got politics in inheretince from childhood due to her father's active role in politics.
Political career Gilani was elected to the National Assembly of Pakistan as a candidate of Awami National Party (ANP) on a seat reserved for women from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the 2008 Pakistani general election.
On 12 November 2018, she left ANP in protest when the party suspended the memberships of Bushra Gohar and Afrasiab Khattak.
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Who is Jamila Gilani?
Pakistani politician and human rights activist
When was Jamila Gilani born?
Jamila Gilani was born on 5 January 1960 in Mardan District.
What is Jamila Gilani's occupation?
Jamila Gilani is a politician.
What nationality is Jamila Gilani?
Jamila Gilani is Pakistani.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jamila Gilani. https://biography.guide/jamila-gilani/
MLA: "Jamila Gilani." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jamila-gilani/.
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