What are the recent changes in cable TV regulations notified by the Information and Broadcasting Ministry
The Information and Broadcasting Ministry recently made changes in cable TV regulations. These changes are significant for the cable TV industry and its viewers.
- The Information and Broadcasting Ministry has made it mandatory for all cable TV operators to provide a minimum of 200 channels to their subscribers.
- They have introduced a new pricing framework called the 'NTO 2.0' (New Tariff Order 2.0), which aims to provide greater choice and transparency to consumers.
- Under the new regulations, cable TV operators are required to offer channel packs and individual channels to subscribers, allowing them to choose and pay only for the channels they want to watch.
- The ministry has also introduced a cap on the maximum price that cable TV operators can charge for individual channels and channel packs.
- Additionally, the Information and Broadcasting Ministry has mandated that cable TV operators must provide a user-friendly interface for choosing channels and packs, with transparent pricing details.
- These changes aim to empower consumers with more choice and control over their cable TV subscriptions and ensure fair pricing.
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