Public Service Broadcasting (PSB) Nepal marks second anniversary, pledges enhanced credibility and reach

KATHMANDU — Public Service Broadcasting Nepal (PSB Nepal) marked its second anniversary today, entering its third year of operation with a special event held at its central office in Singha Durbar.

During the anniversary gathering, Acting Chairperson Urvashi Basnyat emphasized that content produced by Radio Nepal and Nepal Television must remain citizen-centric, highly effective, competitive, and credible.

Basnyat noted that management is actively working toward institutional development, capacity enhancement, and accountability to make broadcast services more accessible to the public.

Board member Shobita Risal and Deputy General Manager Rajkumar Thapa highlighted that navigating rapid advancements in information technology and a shifting media landscape presents both challenges and opportunities for the broadcaster to maintain its reliability.

Acting Chief Administrative Officer Aarti Chataut committed to overcoming policy challenges and workforce management hurdles while institutionalizing the legacy of Radio Nepal and Nepal Television to ensure high-quality broadcasting.

PSB Nepal was established following the implementation of the Public Service Broadcasting Act, which was authenticated by President Ram Chandra Paudel on October 8, 2024, bringing the law into effect on November 9, 2024 (Kartik 23, 2081 BS) to integrate Radio Nepal and Nepal Television under a unified public service mandate.