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GTV News confers vice president title on Gharidah Farooqi

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 17 December 2025 |  JP Staff Report

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GTV News confers vice president title on Gharidah Farooqi
GTV News has appointed Gharidah Farooqi as vice president in a ceremonial role. This recognition highlights her significant contributions to the channel and journalism.

ISLAMABAD — GTV News has announced the ceremonial designation of senior anchor Gharidah Farooqi as vice president, recognizing her longstanding contribution and professional standing within the channel.

The announcement was made by GTV News in a post on X, describing the move as a moment of distinction for the organization and citing Farooqi’s journalistic excellence and influential role in the newsroom.

Recognition of newsroom leadership

According to GTV News, the ceremonial title reflects Farooqi’s credibility, professionalism, and sustained engagement with the channel’s editorial mission. The network said her work has contributed to shaping its news output and strengthening its on-air credibility.

The organization publicly congratulated Farooqi and expressed confidence in her continued success, emphasizing the symbolic nature of the designation rather than announcing a change in operational management or editorial structure.

Response highlights organizational culture

Farooqi responded to the announcement on X by expressing gratitude and humility, attributing the recognition to what she described as a supportive institutional environment at GTV News.

In her statement, she praised the organization’s ownership and leadership under Syed Nisar Mehdi, describing the channel as one that supports women's empowerment and equal opportunities within the workplace.

Context within Pakistan’s media landscape

The appointment comes at a time when women journalists in Pakistan continue to navigate a challenging media environment marked by professional pressures and evolving newsroom dynamics.

While the vice president designation is ceremonial, media observers often view such recognitions as signals of internal trust, seniority, and acknowledgment of editorial influence within broadcast organizations.

Key Points

  • GTV News announced the ceremonial appointment of Gharidah Farooqi as vice president
  • The channel cited her journalistic excellence and longstanding contribution
  • The designation does not indicate a structural or management change
  • Farooqi publicly expressed gratitude and highlighted support for women's empowerment
  • The announcement was made and acknowledged through posts on X

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