November 21 marks World Television Day. Television broadcasting in Afghanistan began in 1978 (1357 Solar Year), and since then, television has played a significant role in providing entertainment and information to the country's people.

Twenty-three years after the start of national television broadcasts, the era of media growth began in the country, with the number of private television channels increasing one after another.

Faqir Miwand, the former senior advisor to the Ministry of Information and Culture, said: “Do you remember the old days when Sharp Japanese color televisions were set up in Pul-e-Bagh-e-Omomi, Zarnegar Park, Shahr-e-Naw, Karte Naw, and Amina Fidavee High School? Television broadcasts would start every evening after six. Friends and our dear ones, especially the younger generation, would come to watch television. Some of them even said they wanted to see the people inside the television because it was a new culture and phenomenon.”

The European Union has also emphasized the importance of independent media in Afghanistan’s progress and assured its support for independent media in the country.

 “Responsible and independent audio-visual media is crucial for nation's progress. The EU reaffirms that TV as the largest audio-visual medium is important for education & development. The EU supports independent journalism for a well-informed public in Afghanistan,” stated the EU.

Coinciding with this day, some journalists in the country have called for the establishment of a public media law and timely access to information.

 “November 21 is being commemorated while the lack of a media law and the absence of access to information are challenges journalists are grappling with. We urge the Islamic Emirate to assist television networks and resolve the current issues,” stated Shah Aqa Sadat, a journalist.

 “Television acts as a bridge between the government and the people in political, economic, and cultural spheres. The Islamic Emirate should cooperate in facilitating access to information,” stated Safiullah Mantaq, another journalist.

The United Nations designated November 21 as World Television Day on December 17, 1996, to raise awareness about television's impact on covering conflicts, peace, security, and major economic events.