Aqeel Abbas Jafari

Pakistani writer and chief editor

Aqeel Abbas Jafari - Pakistani writer and chief editor
Born

August 10th, 1957
68 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Pakistan

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Contributions to Urdu literature include poetry and editorial work. Served as chief editor of the Urdu Dictionary Board, significantly impacting the preservation and standardization of the Urdu language. Worked on promoting Urdu through various literary initiatives and organizations. Engaged in architectural projects that reflect cultural values and heritage.

Served as chief editor of the Urdu Dictionary Board

Authored poetry that contributed to Urdu literature

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