The Safeer-e-Sindh Award: what it is and who it honours

The Safeer-e-Sindh Award (سفيرِ سنڌ ايوارڊ) is presented each year at the Sindh Literature Festival to people whose work promotes Sindh's culture, art and tourism. In 2026 it will be presented on stage on Sunday 22 November at Mohatta Palace Museum, Karachi.

What does Safeer-e-Sindh mean?

Safeer means ambassador. Safeer-e-Sindh means ambassador of Sindh. The name says what the award is for: recognising people who carry Sindh's culture to new audiences, in Pakistan and abroad, and give more people a reason to know the province and visit it.

Who receives it?

The award goes to people whose work has helped present Sindh's culture, art and tourism to others, at home or abroad. The festival names each year's awardees before the ceremony.

The award is not limited to writers, even though it is given at a literature festival.

How is it presented?

The award is handed over on the main stage during the festival, in its own session. At SLF 2026 the Safeer-e-Sindh Award session takes place on the second day, Sunday 22 November. The programme lists six award winners, presented in conversation with a host and a guest speaker.

Who are the 2026 awardees?

The 2026 awardees will be announced before the festival. Their names will be published on the festival website and its social media pages.

Can I attend the award ceremony?

Yes. The ceremony is part of the festival programme, and entry is free with a festival pass. Arrive early on Sunday if you want a seat.

Quick answers

What is the Safeer-e-Sindh Award? An award given at the Sindh Literature Festival to people who promote Sindh's culture, art and tourism.

What does Safeer mean? Ambassador.

When is the 2026 award ceremony? On Sunday 22 November 2026, the second day of the festival, at Mohatta Palace Museum.

How many people are honoured? The 2026 programme lists six awardees.

Who organises it? The Sindh Literature Festival, organised by the Sindh Literary Foundation.