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QUETTA: Governor Balochistan Amanullah Khan Yasinzai said on Wednesday that in order to achieve past glory of the state-run channel Pakistan Television (PTV), state-of-the-art technology was required to compete with private media in this digital era.
He expressed his views while talking to Muhammad Ayub Babai, PTV Quetta Center General Manager, and Faheem Shah, Programme Manager who called on him here at the Governor House according to the press release.
He also regretted that people are still deprived of the broadcasting of the PTV's Bolan Channel in rural areas of the province after passing 15 years despite it was being watched in 40 foreign countries around the world.
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The governor said people could be provided positive and latest news in local languages including Brohi, Pashto, and Balochi through this channel in the province, saying that Bolan Channel could be utilised to highlight the language, history and outstanding values of local people of the province.
He said dramas of PTV were not only made on high standards but also had a unique status in terms of knowledge and traditions, adding that it was imperative that entire broadcasting is promoted by keeping the latest techniques in order to uphold this national channel's tradition.
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The Governor also emphasised that measures should be taken for the financial support of talented artists including singers to improve their social status.
Babai informed the Governor about the issues being faced by the Quetta center during the meeting.
The Governor also assured him that he would take all possible steps to address lack of funds and boosters issues for the districts of Balochsitan.A
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