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H S Umer Farooq

H S Umer Farooq

Founder & CEO focused on inclusive Braille technology

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Karachi, Pakistan
Joined February 2026
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Leader and founder building accessible literacy tools: As CEO and co‑founder of Boltay Huroof, he directs development of software that translates printed and digital text into Braille and produces inclusive Braille publications to enable sighted and visually impaired readers to access the same materials. boltayhuroof+2
Recognised changemaker in disability inclusion and accessibility: His work with Boltay Huroof has received awards and international recognition, including Zero Project Awardee listing and UNICEF/UNDP collaboration, positioning him among noted changemakers from Pakistan. zeroproject+2
Engaged in public policy and youth representation: He holds memberships in national bodies focused on youth and disability ICT inclusion, including the National Youth Council of Pakistan and a PWD National ICT council role at the Ministry of IT and Telecom. youtube+1
Active in startup and incubation ecosystems: He has participated in entrepreneurship and incubation programs and multiple ventures (founder/owner roles and cohort participation), reflecting a background in early‑stage product development and social enterprise. rocketreach+1

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Episode 25: Mashable Pakistan Lab – Boltay Huroof (podcast interview)

June 1, 2021

Podcast interview discussing Boltay Huroof's software for converting Urdu and other languages into Braille and the startup's mission to increase access to Braille materials in Pakistan.

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