The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) and the National Information Technology Board (NITB) have signed an important agreement to develop a mobile application for PEMRA. This app will make it easier for the public to access PEMRA services.
What is the Purpose of the Mobile App?
The new mobile app will help people use PEMRA services on their phones. It will make it easier for people to:
- Register Complaints: Users can easily file complaints about media content.
- Access Regulatory Services: The app will give the public easy access to various PEMRA services.
- Improve Operations: The app will also help PEMRA improve how it works, making the process faster and more efficient.
Who Signed the MoU?
The MoU was signed by:
- Muhammad Tahir – Director General Operations, Broadcast Media & Public Relations at PEMRA
- Dr. Babar Majid Bhatti – Chief Executive Officer of NITB
The ceremony was attended by Muhammad Saleem, Chairman of PEMRA, and Sikandar Rashid Chaudhry, Executive Member of PEMRA.
What Did PEMRA Chairman Say?
PEMRA Chairman Muhammad Saleem thanked NITB CEO Dr. Babar Majid Bhatti for his cooperation. He said that the mobile app would:
- Make it easier for the public to access PEMRA services.
- Help PEMRA handle complaints and manage registrations more effectively.
Who Else Was Present?
Other important people at the ceremony included:
- Wakeel Khan – PEMRA’s Director General of Licensing Broadcast Media
- Zeba Tabassum – PEMRA’s Director General for Information Technology
- Tamseel Haider – Director & Personal Staff Officer to the Chairman
- Saeed Ahmed Sumro – Regional Director (Islamabad)
- Tahir Farooq Tarar – Head Legal
- Shahbaz Akhtar – Director (Information Technology)
Key Points About the MoU
| Point | Description |
|---|---|
| Partners | PEMRA and NITB |
| Purpose | To develop a mobile app for PEMRA |
| Services Offered | Public access to PEMRA services and complaint registration |
| Signed By | Muhammad Tahir (PEMRA) and Dr. Babar Majid Bhatti (NITB) |
| Attendees | PEMRA Chairman, CEO of NITB, and other important officials |
Summary
The new mobile app will help PEMRA reach more people and provide faster, better services. It will make it easier for the public to file complaints and access information, improving the overall functioning of PEMRA. This MoU marks a step towards modernizing how PEMRA works and interacts with the public.
