ISLAMABAD: The federal government has reduced the allocation for the Information and Broadcasting Division to Rs3.02 billion in FY2026-27 from Rs6.03 billion budgeted in the outgoing fiscal year, reflecting a decline of nearly 50 per cent.
Budget documents also show a development allocation of Rs659 million for the ministry under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP). The reduction comes as the government seeks to rationalise expenditure and contain spending amid fiscal consolidation efforts.
The Information Ministry is responsible for government communications, public awareness campaigns and oversight of state-owned media organisations. Analysts say the lower allocation indicates a shift in spending priorities towards technology, infrastructure and economic development sectors.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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