Islamabad, June 08, 2022 (PPI-OT):Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb says government is taking all possible measures for revival of the film industry in the country. Addressing the launching ceremony of PTV’s Film Logo in Islamabad today [Wednesday], she said present government wants to provide a platform where all stakeholders come together for resolution of the problems of the industry.

The Information Minister also inaugurated the PakFlex project to make Pakistan Television drama and other content in archives available online for the benefit of viewers, especially those living abroad.

She said all the material of PTV will be kept on-line in Pak-Flex. She said long-term reforms are necessary in the film sector and first step should be to promote the content immediately. Appreciating the role of PTV, Marriyum Aurangzeb said it has maintained its reputation till date due to its strong foundations, integrity and credibility.

She said steps are being taken regarding resolution of the problem of children’s content in PTV. She said Ministry of Information is setting up a film directorate to facilitate the producers, directors and distributors of the industry. Earlier, Information Minister inaugurated the PTV movie by pressing a button.

For more information, contact:
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Government of Pakistan
4th Floor, Cabinet Block, Pak. Secretariat, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9103557
Email: info@moib.gov.pk
Website: http://www.moib.gov.pk