The Department of Urdu at Kateel Ashok Pai Memorial College is devoted to promoting the study of Urdu language and literature, nurturing in students a deep appreciation for its rich linguistic beauty and cultural heritage. Urdu, known for its poetic elegance and humanistic values, plays a vital role in India’s composite culture and literary tradition. The department offers Urdu as a language subject at the undergraduate level, focusing on developing students’ skills in reading, writing, comprehension, and communication. The curriculum introduces learners to a wide spectrum of classical and modern Urdu poetry, prose, drama, and literary criticism, fostering analytical and aesthetic understanding. In addition to classroom teaching, the department organizes literary discussions, poetry recitations (Mushairas), essay competitions, and cultural programs to encourage creativity and linguistic confidence among students. The department also emphasizes the importance of Urdu as a bridge between tradition and modernity, nurturing social harmony and cultural sensitivity.