Re: MQM Thugs stop private channels’ transmission in Sindh
Some reports say that Aaj TV was not available in Lahore as well. It is being suggested that it may have been a technical issue.
Still MQM thugs?
http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\05\06\story_6-5-2007_pg1_8
KARACHI: Three private television channels Geo TV, ARY and AAJ TV lost their transmissions on Saturday evening. Sources said that the Muttahida Qaumi Movement workers might be responsible although no explanation was available. According to APP, the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) chairman, Iftikhar Rashid, denied PEMRA involvement in the termination of transmission in some parts of Sindh. Cable Operators’ Association of Pakistan vice-president Khalid Arain said that the three channels were transmitted through PANAM SAT-7, even though AAJ TV is transmitted via AsiaSat. Sources said AAJ TV was also blocked in Lahore Cantt. “There are some technical issues with the satellite, so places where the ‘footprints’ are weak are not receiving any transmission,” Arain said. Adeel Zahid, a telecom engineer said, “A satellite fault can block certain transmissions. However, two channels being transmitted through the same satellite must be off air at the same time.” In this case, Geo Sports is still on air, while Geo News is not.