TRAI Launches Second Consultation on National Broadcasting Policy

• 03 Apr 2024

TRAI recently sought feedback on broadcasting policy, focusing on TV access, local manufacturing, up linking hub status, and more.

Key Points

• Policy Expansion: The policy aims to cover streaming and online gaming, potentially tightening controls on streaming services.
• Revenue Projections: While TV revenue growth is steady, digital industry growth is projected to be over four times higher by 2026.
• Regulatory Concerns: Traditional players express concerns over regulatory imbalances favouring OTT platforms, calling for a level playing field.
• Digital Media Exclusion: Some advocate for excluding digital media from the broadcasting policy, citing differences in the ecosystem.