Oxford University Press Pakistan recently hosted the Prize Distribution Ceremony for the 8th edition of the Oxford Big Read (OBR) Global competition at its offices in Karachi and Lahore. The event was attended by winning students, respected educators, and proud parents.
In its 8th year, the Oxford Big Read (OBR) continues to inspire and engage students across Pakistan. This year, the competition received an impressive 2,641 entries from 67 schools nationwide, showcasing the growing enthusiasm for literature among young people.
A notable aspect of the OBR was the participation of Pakistani National Winners at the Global Level, competing with students from other OUP branches/offices worldwide, including Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, and India.
The competition is divided into three levels based on age groups: Level I (Grades 1-3), Level II (Grades 4-6), and Level III (Grades 7-9).
OUP Managing Director Arshad Husain presented prizes to the winners and lauded their achievements, stating, “Commitment, hard work, and dedication have no substitute. The talent showcased by participants at all levels is truly commendable and deserving of recognition.”
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Muhammad Ayan Amjad from Army Public School, Garrison Junior, Lahore, emerged as the national winner in the Level III category of the OBR 8th edition, securing both National Titles and the prestigious First Prize at the Global Level. Ayan received an iPad, a gift voucher worth PKR 25,000, a shield, and an official award certificate in honor of his outstanding performance.
Aisha Abdul Nasir, from Generation’s School Karachi, was named the National Winner in the Level I category of the OBR 8th edition and was the runner-up at the Global Level. Aisha received two gift vouchers, a global runner-up voucher of GBP 100, a National Winner voucher of PKR 25,000, along with a shield and an official award certificate.
The Oxford Big Read, an initiative by Oxford University Press Pakistan, continues to serve as a platform for nurturing young minds and cultivating a passion for reading and literature.
