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Central Urdu Directorate

The Central Urdu Directorate is a government organization responsible for promoting and standardizing the Urdu language in Pakistan. It oversees activities such as publishing educational and literary materials, developing curricula, and organizing cultural events to support the use and teaching of Urdu across the country. Its goal is to preserve linguistic heritage, improve language standards, and facilitate access to Urdu literature and education for diverse audiences. Essentially, it acts as a central body to coordinate Urdu language initiatives and ensure consistent, high-quality language development nationwide.