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@Vadirocks anna, signing of RIO agreement can b a crucial step which increases chances of pending channels launching on airtel digital tv platform. Why i am stating this is bcoz not only new revised bouquet will include all the newly launched channels but both parties can decide upon the slabs/incentive schemes for placement of different channels on the platform. So airtel digital tv can accomodate pending HD channels as well as make certain changes as required to meet the requirements. They would not b able to do the same in an ongoing agreement
Though having said so they may wait for new updated RIO agreement to b signed with other broadcasters, work out new LCN placement order for all channels, implement 4 digit LCN & activate new transponders (if needed) before launching some key pending pay tv channels. Ofcourse FTA channels will continue to b added based on carriage fee deal and some other Pay channels will also b included on platform if it fits in current arrangements or if carriage fee is paid for them