Pemra stops TV channels from mocking police in skits

ISLAMABAD: The electronic media regulator has directed all TV channels not to portray the police in a satirical manner in their shows.

A recent directive by the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) said TV channels are featuring characters in police uniforms in a derogatory manner during comedy skits and satirical programmes.

“It has been observed with grave concern that satellite TV channels while airing and producing programmes based on satire are using uniforms...