Budget 2024-25: 5,000 journalists to get health insurance in first phase

WEB DESK: In a significant move aimed at ensuring the well-being of journalists and media professionals, the federal government has announced the provision of health insurance in Budget 2024-25. Addressing the press, Federal Minister for Information, Ata Tarar, emphasised that providing health insurance is a top priority for journalists and media workers.

“Journalists are an integral part of our society,” stated the Federal Minister for Information, highlighting the crucial role they play in strengthening democracy. He stressed that denying the importance of journalists’ roles for the robustness of democracy is simply not an option.

The provision of health insurance for journalists marks a historic step, according to Ata Tarar. In the initial phase, 5,000 journalists and media workers will be provided with health insurance coverage. Subsequently, an additional 10,000 journalists and media workers will benefit from this facility in the second phase.

This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring the welfare of those who tirelessly work to keep the public informed.

As the implementation progresses, it is expected to significantly enhance the overall well-being and security of journalists and media professionals across the country.

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