Dates for 19th Urdu conference announced in Karachi — Dawn
The 19th Aalmi Urdu Conference will take place in Karachi, Pakistan, from December 10 to 13 at the Arts Council of Pakistan. Dawn reports, citing an announcement by the cultural center on social media published on Saturday.
Conference program
The organizers said that prominent scholars, poets, writers and artists will take part in the event. They will hold discussions, performances and cultural exchanges.
The cultural center's official website states that the four-day conference program includes major mushairas, literary sessions and special music evenings dedicated to ghazal and qawwali.
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The theme of this year's conference has not yet been announced. Last year, the event was dedicated to Karachi's role as a center of literary innovation and artistic excellence, while also emphasizing the importance of peace worldwide.
An event since 2007
The Aalmi Urdu Conference was founded in 2007 as the flagship event of the Arts Council of Pakistan in Karachi. The conference has become a significant platform intended to preserve the history and traditions of the Urdu language and connect the country's literary heritage with an international audience.
In 2024, the event's theme was dedicated to Karachi's vibrant past. Actress Mahira Khan, who spoke at the conference as a guest, noted the city's inclusive spirit.
