PEMRA presents cheque to CJP to fund dams construction

Author: News Desk

The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) Chairman Muhammad Saleem Baig on Wednesday presented a cheque to the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Mian Saqib Nisar at his chamber for the construction of Diamer Bhasha and Mohmand dams.

Reportedly, PEMRA officers donated two days’, while officials donated one-day salary for the Dam Fund.

Baig also briefed the CJP that PEMRA has been taking efforts for dissemination of public service message through all TV channels, FM radios and cable networks in order to create awareness among the general public for generously donating for the construction of the dams.

Justice Nisar kick-started the initiative by donating Rs 1 million for the two dams and urged all institutions and individuals to play their due role for the national cause.

Meanwhile, people can contribute Rs 10 by texting “DAM” on 8000 from their mobile phones.

Published in Daily Times, August 2nd 2018.

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