KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has said the provincial government is committed to promoting drama, film and other creative works to foster democratic values and cultivate a healthy society in the province.

He said that the government wanted to encourage artists and playwrights to raise public awareness, showcase local talent and develop narratives opposing terrorism and extremism.

Mr Memon, who holds the portfolio of information and transport, said this while chairing the first meeting of the Content and Production Oversight Board, said a press release issued here on Wednesday.

He stated that new writers and production houses creating innovative dramas and films would be encouraged, with necessary financial support provided to complete their projects, subject to the board’s approval.

Chairs meetings of content and production oversight board, newly appointed spokespersons for provincial govt

During the meeting, Director General Public Relations-Sindh Saleem Khan provided an overview of the objectives and policy guidelines for establishing the board.

Speaking at the meeting, Qazi Asad Abid praised the Sindh government’s efforts to establish the board and make it operational within a short timeframe. He highlighted that the primary objective of the Content and Production Oversight Board is to promote new talent.

During the meeting, members shared detailed suggestions to enhance the effectiveness of the Content and Production Oversight Board. It was emphasized that production houses should submit a basic outline of their work by next week. The board will review their submissions in the next meeting.

Minister chairs spokespersons’ meeting

A key meeting of the newly appointed spokespersons of the Sindh government was held under the chairmanship of Mr Memon.

The meeting discussed issues related to enhancing the provincial government’s communication strategy and effectively addressing public concerns.

The meeting comprehensively discussed strategies for effective publicity of the government’s narrative, promotion of media relations and public welfare projects by the Sindh government.

Speaking on the occasion, the senior minister hoped that the newly appointed spokespersons would play an important role in combating misinformation and highlighting the government achievements.

Mr Memon said that under the visionary leadership of Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and the guidance of President Asif Ali Zardari and Faryal Talpur, public service is the commitment of the Sindh government, the Pakistan People’s Party has always prioritized the welfare of the people.

“Along with public communication, we also have to focus on social media, work together with each other, transparency and effective communication are important to maintain trust with the people of Sindh,” he said.

The meeting was attended by spokespersons Ghanwar Khan Isran, Heer Soho, Nadir Nabil Gabol, Sukhdev Asardas Hemnani, Buland Khan Junejo, Sumeta Afzal Syed, Syed Tahseen Abidi, Syeda Aqraba Fatima, Mustafa Abdullah Baloch and Information Secretary Nadeem-ur-Rehman Memon.

Published in Dawn, January 16th, 2025