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KARACHI: Oxford University Press Pakistan (OUPP) announces a remarkable achievement for the nation’s young literary talent: Pakistani students have once again secured two of the six prestigious global awards in the Oxford Big Read (OBR) competition. This marks the second time Pakistan has achieved this distinction, underscoring the country’s growing literary excellence on the world stage.
Two prize distribution ceremonies were held in Karachi and Islamabad respectively to honor the national and global winners and celebrate their outstanding achievements.
This year’s competition was record-breaking, with over 7,000 entries from 575 schools across the globe including Pakistan, India, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Chile, Costa Rica, and Argentina. National winners from each country advanced to the Oxford Big Read Global semi-finals, where the final six global winners were selected.
We are proud to introduce the Pakistani winners of the sixth edition of the global campaign:
• Droshum Ali, Aga Khan Higher Secondary School, Kharadar, Karachi — Global Winner, Level 3 (Grade 9)
• Anabia Imtanan, Winnington School, Khewra — Global Runner-Up, Level 2 (Grade 6)
Arshad Saeed Husain, Managing Director of Oxford University Press Pakistan, expressed his pride:
“Winning 2 out of 6 global awards is a significant achievement for Pakistani students, competing against thousands worldwide. This highlights the immense talent in Pakistan and how OUPP continues to be a dynamic platform for showcasing such brilliance on a global stage.”
The Oxford Big Read is a global initiative by Oxford University Press aimed at inspiring a love for reading and showcasing students’ literacy and creative writing skills. Since its inception in 2015, the competition has grown in scale and impact, encouraging students to read thoughtfully and express their understanding through writing.
