KARACHI: Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nihal Hashmi on Thursday urged photojournalists to use their professional skills to project a positive image of the country and promote constructive thinking in society.
He made the remarks during a meeting with a delegation of photojournalists led by senior photographer and former President of the Pakistan Association of Press Photographers (PAPP) Athar Khan here at the Governor House.
The delegation included former PAPP presidents Syed Abbas Mehdi and Syed Hamid Hussain, as well as governing body member Syed Imran Ali.
Hashmi described photojournalists as an important means of communication and information dissemination. A photograph could often convey a message more effectively than many words.
He said photography was not merely a professional skill but an art, and stressed the need to introduce younger generations to the field.
The Governor said the rapid expansion of social media had increased both the importance and responsibilities of photojournalists.
He called for journalism that was positive, dignified and responsible, rather than content focused on criticism, ridicule or short-term entertainment.
During the meeting, Mehdi, on behalf of the delegation, congratulated Hashmi on assuming office as governor and presented him with a bouquet.
The delegation thanked the governor for acknowledging the role of photojournalists and said they would continue to discharge their professional responsibilities in a positive and responsible manner.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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