PTV starts live broadcast of Question Hour
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 19 March 2015
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PTV has commenced live coverage of the Question Hour in the National Assembly and Senate. This move aims to improve public awareness regarding parliamentary discussions.Summary
ISLAMABAD: The state-run Pakistan Television has started live broadcast of the “Question Hour” proceedings in both houses of the parliament - National Assembly and Senate.
The management of the channel is also contemplating starting live coverage of the standing committees as well. “We have a live broadcast of the standing committee on interior this week and may also start live coverage of all the committees soon,” an employee of the channel told JournalismPakistan.com.
Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq also recently directed Pakistan Television management to ensure smooth live coverage of the National Assembly’s Question Hour. “People should know about the issues being discussed in the house. The live coverage will also give an opportunity to the honorable members to reach out to their constituents,” he said.
KEY POINTS:
- PTV starts live broadcasting of Question Hour proceedings
- Coverage includes both National Assembly and Senate sessions
- Management considering live coverage of standing committees
- Speaker emphasizes the importance of public awareness
- Initiative aims to connect members with their constituents.
