A certificate distribution ceremony was held at Radio Pakistan Multan on Thursday to honour the trainers and participants of a two-day workshop on modern broadcasting.

Vice Chancellor of Muhammad Nawaz Sharif University of Agriculture, Multan, Professor Dr. Rao Asif Ali, was the chief guest.

Addressing the ceremony, he lauded Radio Pakistan Multan's role in promoting the cultural heritage of South Punjab and educating and entertaining the public. He highlighted the contributions of renowned broadcasters Talqeen Shah and Shamshir Haider Hashmi, particularly through programmes such as Jamhoor Di Awaz and Uttam Kheti.

He appreciated Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar and Director General Radio Pakistan Saeed Ahmad Shaikh for introducing modern training initiatives for broadcasting professionals.

In his welcome address, Station Director Muhammad Jafar Baloch said the workshop was organized under the directives of Director General Saeed Ahmed Shaikh, in line with the vision of Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar. He said the training aimed at enhancing the professional skills of university interns, comperes, announcers, DJs and newscasters.

Former Director General Radio Pakistan Khurshid Ahmed Malik stressed the importance of responsible and credible communication amid growing competition from social media.

Former Director of Programmes Manzoor Kamran said the workshop covered various broadcasting formats and praised the initiatives taken by the Director General to strengthen the organization and enhance staff training.

The ceremony concluded with the distribution of certificates among the trainers and participants.