FLI Celebrates New Publications in Indigenous Languages of North Pakistan

We are thrilled to announce the publication of three new books in the indigenous languages of northern Pakistan: Khowar, Shina Kohistani, and Palula. These books mark a significant landmark in our efforts to promote and preserve the linguistic heritage of the region.

Orai: A Collection of Khowar Fiction

Farid Ahmad Raza, a FLI trainee and a recognized author, has written “Orai”, a fascinating collection of Khowar fiction. This book is a groundbreaking achievement, as it is the first to utilize the latest font, Nafees Nastaleeq, introduced by FLI to facilitate indigenous language writing. We congratulate Farid on his latest publication, which is sure to inspire young readers from his community and motivate other writers to follow in his footsteps.

Herbs, Vegetables, and Plants of Kohistan

Razwal Kohistani, a seasoned author and FLI collaborator, has authored a comprehensive book on the herbs, vegetables, and plants of the Kohistan area in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This valuable resource not only educates readers about the local flora but also preserves the indigenous wisdom of the region. We extend our warmest congratulations to Razwal for his outstanding contribution to Shina Kohistani literature.

Palula Folktales with Urdu Translation

Naseem Haider, a FLI trainee and staffer, has compiled an interesting collection of Palula folktales, complete with Urdu translations. As a training lead with FLI, Naseem has been instrumental in strengthening not only his native language, Palula, but also other languages of northern Pakistan. We congratulate him on this latest achievement, which follows his previous publications in Palula.

We hope that these new publications will pave the way for a brighter future, providing readers with engaging material in their native languages and inspiring a new generation of writers and linguists.