Radio Pakistan a national asset
ON 14 August 1947, the first official announcement of the independence of Pakistan was aired from Lahore station of Pakistan Broadcasting Service. And it is a matter of record that broadcasting has performed significantly since then contributing enormously to socio-economic development of the country. Over the years, it has evolved and continues to captivate audiences despite, of course, challenges offered by immense competition and new technologies. Being a state institution, Radio Pakistan has always played a pivotal role in the promotion of national ideology and policies of the state. As the official organ of the state, Radio Pakistan builds national narratives positively in the midst of war of conflicting interests. It also counters anti-state propagandas by some hostile countries and networks. It would not be an exaggeration to say that Radio…
