ISLAMABAD:
The state-run Pakistan Television (PTV) Headquarters racked up electricity bills exceeding Rs138.94 million over the past five fiscal years, according to official figures submitted to the National Assembly.
According to a written response submitted by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in the NA, PTV’s electricity expenditure has steadily risen each year, with a total of Rs138,936,472 spent from 202021 to 202425.
In the fiscal year 202021, the electricity bill stood at Rs17,287,399, which increased to Rs24,045,382 in 202122, followed by Rs28,895,833 in 202223.
The upward trend continued in 202324, when Rs37,693,235 were spent. Although the figure slightly decreased in 202425, it still amounted to Rs31,014,623.
The cumulative total over the five-year period came to Rs138,936,472.
