Breaking TRAI revised the tariff order again, lifts the limits on NCF and increases the maximum discount on channels to 45%

[Siva]

TRAI had amended the tariff order for the 4th time. This time, the changes are significant as well. In summary, below are the changes

• Removal of NCF cap for the service providers
• Discounts in the channels part of the DPO bouquets up to 45%
• If a pay channel is available for free on any DPO, the broadcaster must declare the channel as FTA to level the playing field
• No carriage fee distinction between HD and SD channels to recognize the increased penetration of HD television sets
• Single ceiling for carriage fee
• Prescription of charges for service visits, activation, relocation, temporary suspension removed.
• DPOs can display DRP along with MRP on the EPG
• Validity of all prepaid subscriptions to be specified in days only

https://trai.gov.in/sites/default/files/Regulation_Tariff_4th_amd_08072024.pdf

 

[Vadirocks]

Expected! So Many Negative Feedback On Current Tariffs

So TRAI Reacted!

 

[anubhav]

Finally we will see cable tv back in action!

 

[dinesh daruvuru]

Removal of NCF cap for the service providers

What does it mean, can you elaborate this @Vadirocks bro

 

[hackerboys]

will it cause discount on current add-on packs ?

 

[Harsha1996]

TRAI successfully completed it’s attempt to murder now acting as they are trying to save it…

 

[Shark]

Biggest point for DD Free Dish users
Now many Pay channels like Star gold thrills can opt out from DD Free Dish
Public service broadcaster platform means DD Free Dish

 

[SarFa]

DPOs can display DRP along with MRP on the EPG

what's this ? why two prices on EPG it'll confusing.

 

[Zeta Reticuli]

•This Order shall come into force after ninety days, from the date of its publication in the Official
Gazette,
except clause 2, 7 and 8 of this Order which shall come into force from the date of publication of this order in the Official Gazette.

 

[Slu]

•This Order shall come into force after ninety days, from the date of its publication in the Official
Gazette,
except clause 2, 7 and 8 of this Order which shall come into force from the date of publication of this order in the Official Gazette.

90 Days ??