Vehicles on motorways might soon pay radio fees

Authorities are considering a proposal to introduce a radio fee for vehicles using motorways nationwide to address the revenue shortfall.

The proposal, discussed at a Senate Standing Committee on Information and Broadcasting meeting, suggests collecting Rs5 from each vehicle at motorway exit points as a radio fee.

During the meeting, Radio Pakistan Director General Ahmad Saeed revealed that the broadcaster’s revenue shortfall has exceeded Rs2 billion.

He added that the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has not yet transferred Rs60 million, which was recovered in the pension scandal. It is worth noting that the federal government currently collects Rs35 from each electricity bill as a television fee.

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In a separate news, Minister for Communications and Investment Board Abdul Aleem Khan has stated that the Gilgit to Khunjerab Motorway will be transformative, enhancing connectivity with China and Central Asian countries.

The Minister directed that the construction of highways from Gilgit to Chitral, Shandur, and Mansehra must meet high-quality standards, emphasizing that no compromises should be made. Abdul Aleem Khan highlighted that improved highway security will enhance travel facilities for tourists and citizens alike.