Syeda Tehseen Fatima

Syeda Tehseen Fatima is a prominent broadcaster known for her refined diction, intellectual depth, and unwavering commitment to the promotion of Urdu as well as other languages of Pakistan, along with her advocacy for human rights. Through her long-standing association with radio, she has consistently raised a thoughtful and principled voice for civic and human rights, while simultaneously nurturing public interest in language, literature, and cultural consciousness. Her exceptional command of Urdu and her deep engagement with lexicography have earned her a distinctive place in the literary and academic landscape. Most notably, the complete 22-volume Urdu Dictionary published by the Urdu Dictionary Board has been recorded in her voice—an achievement that stands as a landmark contribution to the preservation and dissemination of the Urdu language. Beyond broadcasting, Syeda Tehseen Fatima remains actively involved in promoting knowledge and literature among young people, encouraging critical thinking, reading habits, and linguistic awareness. She has also served as a compiler for several books, contributing meaningfully to literary documentation and intellectual discourse. Her work reflects a rare synthesis of eloquence, scholarship, and social responsibility, making her a highly respected figure in media, literary, and cultural circles.