Hyderabad, July 24 -- Who doesn't love Urdu-the language of Ghalib, Faiz, and Iqbal? It flows like a river of poetry, carrying centuries of culture, thought, and grace. Yet in today's world, where regional languages often play second fiddle to global tongues, few rise to champion their cause. Shaikh Ibrahim is one of those exceptions. For him, Urdu is not just a language; it is a way of life. He eats, breathes, and sleeps Urdu. And for more than 25 years, he has gone above and beyond to preserve and propagate it - even in foreign lands.

A philatelist by vocation and a passionate Urdu activist by calling, Ibrahim's story is one of quiet resilience and unwavering commitment. While working in Saudi Arabia, he found himself drawn toward the ...