The Information & Broadcasting Ministry on November 10 released the draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023, which aims to bring in a new regulatory framework in keeping with the technological advancements in the sector.
The Ministry has invited feedback and comments on the draft Bill from stakeholders within 30 days from the date of its release.
“This pivotal legislation modernises our broadcasting sector’s regulatory framework, replacing outdated Acts, Rules, and Guidelines with a unified, future-focused approach. It adapts to the dynamic world of OTT, Digital Media, DTH, IPTV, and more, promoting technological advancement and service evolution,” said I&B Minister Anurag Thakur on X (formerly Twitter).