Date: 17th December 2024
The Abdul Majid Institute of Language Engineering (AMILE) had the distinct honor of welcoming the Founder of Sindhi Computing and Lifetime Co-chairman of the Institute, the Honorable Abdul Majid Bhurgri, on 17th December 2024. His visit marked a significant moment of inspiration and pride for the Institute’s team and its ongoing efforts to advance the Sindhi language through innovative computational projects.
Upon his arrival, Mr. Abdul Majid Bhurgri was warmly received by Mr. Amar Fayaz Buriro, Director of the Institute. Mr. Buriro presented a comprehensive briefing on the Institute’s achievements, ongoing projects, and future plans. During his tour of the Institute, Mr. Bhurgri meticulously visited each section of the office building and expressed immense satisfaction with the meticulously maintained infrastructure and the Institute’s professional environment.
A special meeting was arranged with the entire staff, providing them with a unique opportunity to interact with the visionary leader. Mr. Bhurgri took the time to understand each team member’s role and responsibilities, offering valuable insights and suggestions for their respective tasks. His words of encouragement and guidance left a lasting impact on the team, motivating them to continue their dedicated efforts toward linguistic innovation.
One of the highlights of the visit was the detailed presentation on the Sindhi WordNet, an ambitious ongoing project of the Institute. The Sindhi WordNet aims to digitally map the Sindhi language’s vocabulary, capturing meanings, synonyms, antonyms, and semantic relations. Mr. Bhurgri was delighted to learn that not only the Institute’s technical staff but also students from Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Shaheed Benazirabad, are actively contributing to this project. He appreciated the collaborative approach taken by the management, emphasizing the importance of engaging academia in such transformative initiatives.
In addition to Sindhi WordNet, Mr. Bhurgri was briefed on several other pioneering projects undertaken by the Institute. These include the Sindhi Optical Character Recognition (OCR) tool, which is designed to convert printed Sindhi text into editable and searchable digital formats; the modelling of Sindhi Text-to-Speech (TTS) system, a revolutionary project aimed at making Sindhi content accessible to visually impaired individuals by converting written Sindhi text into natural-sounding speech. The Sindhi Corpus Development project, involving the creation of a comprehensive linguistic database to support computational analysis, language modeling, and AI-driven applications, was also highlighted. Furthermore, the Institute’s Digital Sindhi Dictionary stands out as a user-friendly and comprehensive digital repository of Sindhi words and their meanings, accessible globally. Regular collaborations with universities and research institutions further underscore the Institute’s commitment to promoting Sindhi language research and development.
At the conclusion of his visit, Mr. Abdul Majid Bhurgri praised the Institute’s dedication to preserving and advancing the Sindhi language through modern technology. He highlighted the importance of such initiatives in ensuring the language’s relevance in the digital age. “This Institute is not just a workplace; it is a beacon of hope for the Sindhi language,” he remarked.
The visit of Mr. Bhurgri has invigorated the Institute’s mission and reinforced its commitment to linguistic excellence. His guidance and endorsement serve as a powerful reminder of the significance of innovation and collaboration in preserving the rich heritage of the Sindhi language.
The Abdul Majid Institute of Language Engineering continues to march forward with renewed enthusiasm, striving to achieve new milestones in language technology and making the Sindhi language a prominent player in the global digital landscape.
