Canada Global(Web News) Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has taken notice of the advertisements of gambling companies.
The advertisements of the gambling company were aired on the official sports channel PTV during the Pakistan and Australia Perth Tests. However, due to the ban, the first day of the Melbourne Test could not be telecast on the official sports channel. Notice was issued on the advertisement of the companies.
The PEMRA notice states that legal action will be taken against gambling companies that broadcast advertisements. PEMRA also recognizes the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting’s zero-tolerance policy. According to the notice, any channel with gambling-related companies. No contract will be entered into.
Earlier in a statement released by PTV, it said that it accepts the government’s zero-tolerance policy on broadcasting gambling advertisements and that Pakistan and Australia could not telecast the second Test due to gambling advertisements. PTV said that discussions are going on with our broadcasters on this matter, they are talking to all the state holders to stop gambling advertisements, it is hoped that viewers will be able to watch the Pak Australia series after the matter is resolved.
