Pemra bans TLP coverage
April 17, 2021
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) has banned the television and radio coverage of the Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), citing an interior ministry s Thursday notification proscribing the religious party for engaging in acts of terrorism, acting in a manner prejudicial to the peace and security of the country .
In a communique sent to all satellite TV channels and FM radio stations, the regulatory authority noted that the Pemra (Television Broadcast Station Operation) Regulation, 2012, and the Electronic Media Code of Conduct, 2015, required that programmes shall conform to the laws of the country. Additionally, Clause 3(3) of the Electronic Media Code of Conduct, 2015, prohibits media coverage to proscribed organizations.
Star of the serial, along with Simi Raheal, question the regulatory authority s directive
Yumna Zaidi, Naumaan Ijaz and Omair Rana s social drama had been served a notice by Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) over its content.
The body took to Twitter and shared, PEMRA has sent a notification to TV One regarding the content to be aired in the drama serial
Dil Naumeed To Nahin.
The notice added, In addition, the management of TV One has been directed to change the content of the drama serial in accordance with the PEMRA Code of Conduct within five days and to provide details related to the editorial board.