Regulatory Authority)
Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) established in March 2002 under the Pemra Ordinance promulgated in the same month has reportedly already issued 29 licences for new private radio stations, It was initially placed under the information ministry but was later shifted to the cabinet division in line with the government’s policy of ensuring the neutrality of regulatory authorities.
PAKISTAN ELECTRONIC MEDIA REGULATORY AUTHORITY
ORDINANCE
For the first time in the history of Pakistan, a law acknowledges the right of private citizens to use the air-waves of the country for the operation of privately-owned radio stations and TV stations. Also for the first time, the law permits electronic media to broadcast news bulletins other than those originated by the Government-controlled PTV and PBC.
FUNCTIONS OF THE AUTHORITY
The Authority is responsible for facilitating and regulating the establishment and operation of all broadcast media and distribution services in Pakistan established for the purpose of international, national, provincial, district, and local or special target audiences.
• The function and role of PEMRA is very important for a society they should provide the general public with the knowledge of Islam through informative programmes.
• Educate the people as well as able to remove all the misconceptions
regarding Islam.
• Promote religious sectarian harmony among public by showing programmes and by calling Renowned Religious Scholars for educating the public.
• Play an important role in character building of the public.
• Transmit true Islamic values among the public related to religion.
• To create a positive image of Islam in the western world that Islam means
Peace and Muslims are not terrorists.
Regards,
Waqas Waheed
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