The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has approved a supplementary grant of Rs 13 billion for Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV) to cover its expenses for the 2026‑27 fiscal year. The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting presenting the case for the additional funding.
The grant is earmarked to help PTV meet its operational costs, upgrade broadcasting equipment, and finance new content production. It also supports the corporation’s plans to enhance its digital platforms and expand coverage across remote regions, ensuring that public‑service broadcasting remains accessible to all citizens.
PTV has faced budgetary constraints in recent years, with rising production costs and the need to modernise aging infrastructure. The supplementary grant is intended to bridge the gap between the broadcaster’s revenue streams and its growing expenditure, preventing disruptions to programming and maintaining the quality of national news and entertainment services.
By investing in digital upgrades, PTV aims to strengthen its online presence and compete with private media outlets that have already embraced streaming and social‑media distribution. The expanded coverage will also help the state broadcaster reach underserved areas, reinforcing its role as a unifying national platform.
The government’s approval underscores its commitment to sustaining Pakistan’s public‑media infrastructure. With the Rs 13 billion package, PTV is positioned to deliver reliable, high‑quality content while modernising its operations for the challenges of the digital age.