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Minister Directs Government Media to Expedite Audits and Arrears Recovery

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Minister for Information and Communication Dr. Bikram Timilsina has instructed government-run media agencies to expedite annual audits and the recovery of outstanding arrears. The directive aims to improve institutional transparency and financial accountability, with specific attention to overdue payments and pending audits for Gorkhapatra Corporation and Public Service Broadcasting Nepal.

  • Minister Timilsina expressed concern over the incomplete audits for Gorkhapatra Corporation and Public Service Broadcasting Nepal since the fiscal year 2079/80, urging their immediate completion.
  • Approximately Rs 350 million is owed to Public Service Broadcasting Corporation, Rs 410 million to Gorkhapatra Corporation, and Rs 10 million to Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS).
  • The Minister also emphasized the need for digitalization and transparency in advertisement publication and broadcasting processes to ensure timely payments.
  • He highlighted the importance of strengthening the financial base and credibility of government media amidst market competition and the rise of digital and private media.

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