Probe committee on purchase of NTV equipment, service finds irregularities

Kathmandu, Aug 5: An investigation committee formed on procurement of equipment and service for Nepal Television (NTV), currently a public service broadcasting, has submitted its report to the government, exposing irregularities and anomalies in the procurement.

The investigation committee submitted its report to Minister for Information and Communications Dr Bikram Timilsina on Wednesday. It had investigated the procurement of digital transmitter, audio-visual and graphics systems, playout automation and online platforms. The report concluded that there were illegal decision and faulty procedure, causing financial liabilities.