INP appoints Aftab Mehmud Chaudhry as the new editor

JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 25 November 2021

Aftab Mehmud Chaudhry has been appointed as the new editor of INP. The Editor-in-Chief discussed important matters to boost the organization's performance.

Summary

ISLAMABAD—Newswire service INP has announced the appointment of Aftab Mehmud Chaudhry as the new editor.

Editor-in-Chief Syed Asif Salahuddin, in a meeting with the new editor, discussed various important matters relating to further improving the organisation's performance and welfare of the staff members.

Chaudhry is well-connected and has vast experience in reporting. He has assumed charge.

Key Points

Aftab Mehmud Chaudhry appointed as new editor of INP.
Editor-in-Chief Syed Asif Salahuddin met with Chaudhry to discuss improvements.
Chaudhry has extensive experience in reporting.
His appointment aims to enhance staff welfare and organization performance.

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