PEMRA tells TV channels not to telecast PTI long march live
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 29 October 2022
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PEMRA has issued a directive to halt the live telecasting of PTI's long march and speeches. Non-compliance may lead to legal actions against the channels.Summary
ISLAMABAD—Electronic media regulator PEMRA on Friday directed the TV channels to “stop live telecast of content/programme especially while covering the long march and speeches of PTI leaders.”
In case of non-compliance, the regulator warned legal action under “section 27, 29, 30 and 33 of PEMRA ordinance…leading to suspension and revocation of license”.
The notice also directed the TV channels to “refrain from airing content that tantamount to malign/disgrace state institutions (advertently or inadvertently) and to sensitize their Editorial board, Director (news and programming) bureaus and field reporters to ensure compliance to…directives.”
The notice said it has been observed that during a speech telecast today, “statements against state institutions were aired live which is in violation of Code of Conduct as well as orders of the Honorable Supreme Court.”
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Key Points
- PEMRA's directive prohibits live telecast of PTI events.
- Violations may result in suspension or revocation of licenses.
- Channels must avoid airing content that criticizes state institutions.
- Media personnel are advised to ensure compliance with PEMRA orders.
- The notice cites recent violations during live speech broadcasts.
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