Ataullah Ata

Ataullah Ata, a Pakistani public servant and writer, has had a distinguished career. He has held various key government positions in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), including Secretary of the Population Welfare Department. He has also served as Commissioner for Relief & Rehabilitation and Commissioner of Poonch Division, among other roles. His educational background includes a Master’s degree in Urdu Literature and Languages from Government College University Lahore (GCU) and training at the Civil Services Academy. He has consistently pursued professional development, including a Specialized Training Program (STP) and courses at institutions like the Kashmir Management Institute and the National School for Public Policy. His achievements in both literature and public service have been recognized, with honours such as the Tamgha-i-Imtiaz and the Presidential National Award for Literature. His literary work, published in various genres, has been featured in renowned journals like Funoon, Mah-e-Nau, Takhleeq, and Oraaq. Ataullah Ata’s literary influence extends internationally, with participation in literary events and discussions in places like Delhi, Indore, Texas, London, and Turkish universities. He is multilingual, proficient in Panjabi, Punjabi, Urdu, and English, facilitating cross-cultural communication. Ataullah Ata’s life represents a harmonious blend of dedicated public service and literary contributions that transcend boundaries and have a positive impact on Urdu literature and society.