Urdu AIIS

Urdu AIIS Audio-Visual project

The AIIS-Columbia Urdu Modules Project introduces 28 thematic modules of the Urdu language and culture. These colorful video clips are based on real life situations with varied linguistic, social and cultural contents. They are short, unscripted, unrehearsed and offer samples of spontaneous and authentic Urdu speech. Filmed in New and Old Delhi, these modules record the lively traditions of Urdu Zabaan and exhibit the rich literary, cultural and culinary traditions, as well as the traditional medicines and sports of the Urdu speech communities in Delhi.

1) Nizamuddin Basti
2) Urdu Zabaan
3) Urdu Shayari
4) Purani Dilli
5) Mausiqui
6) Traditional Cuisine
7) Traditional Dawakhana
8) Traditional Sports
This project is funded by the American Institute of Indian Studies and is supported by the Language Resource Center and South Asia Institute of Columbia University.