Taimoor Hassan, a Pakistani student, has launched Urdu ChatGPT, “Qalb”.
The model has been trained on 1.97 billion Urdu tokens, making it the most extensive Urdu-focused large language model to date.
“Technology is no longer locked behind big budgets or big teams. With the right mindset, even a small group can build products that educate, automate, and serve millions,” Hassan added.
“I had the opportunity to contribute in a small way to a much bigger mission for the country,” Hassan said. “Together with my undergraduate roommates and teammates, Jawad Ahmed and Muhammad Awais, we are committed to continuously fine-tuning localised models for niche industries, which we believe can become a breakthrough for Pakistan.”
Taimoor Hassan is a young serial entrepreneur who has successfully launched and exited 13 startups. He is a former winner of the Microsoft Cup and has represented Pakistan at international forums. He completed his BS in Computer Science from FAST University and is currently pursuing further studies in the United States while working on advanced technology and artificial intelligence projects.
The launch of Pakistan’s own Urdu ChatGPT positions the country at the forefront of regional AI development, opening the door for a new generation of Urdu-first digital experiences.
