Nadeemur-RehmanMemon, Secretary Information Department, chaired a meeting with CEOs of advertising agencies to address issues related to delayed bill submissions. He emphasized the need for prompt payment to media houses and announced measures to streamline the process. A third-party audit firm will be hired to verify claim bills and ensure transparency in payments. Memon directed advertising agencies to submit bills within 15 days of campaign releases and highlighted the department’s role in addressing public grievances.
He outlined plans for revamping the Information Department using modern technology and reiterated adherence to Advertisement Policy-2023 criteria. Action will be taken against irregular newspapers, and attendance reports will be posted on the department’s website. Representatives from advertising agencies and department officials attended the meeting. Secretary Nadeemur- RehmanMemon chairs a meeting with advertising agency CEOs to discuss delayed bill submissions. Emphasis on prompt payment to media houses and measures to streamline payment processes.
Third-party audit firm to verify claim bills for transparency in payments. Directive for advertising agencies to submit bills within 15 days of campaign releases. Information Department’s role in addressing public grievances highlighted. Plans for revamping the Information Department using modern technology discussed. Adherence to Advertisement Policy-2023 criteria for releasing advertisements. Action against irregular newspapers and posting of attendance reports on the department’s website. Representatives from advertising agencies and department officials attended the meeting.
The meeting chaired by Secretary Nadeemur-RehmanMemon reflects the Information Department’s commitment to addressing issues related to delayed bill submissions by advertising agencies. The announcement of measures to ensure prompt payment to media houses, including hiring a third-party audit firm for bill verification, demonstrates a proactive approach towards transparency and accountability. Directives for timely bill submissions and the department’s role in addressing public grievances underscore its broader responsibilities beyond government publicity. Plans for departmental revamping using modern technology indicate efforts to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Adherence to Advertisement Policy-2023 criteria and action against irregular newspapers further highlight the department’s commitment to transparency and accountability. The involvement of representatives from advertising agencies signifies collaboration between stakeholders to address operational challenges and improve processes.
