TRAI to act against DTHs & MSOs on roadblocks

[Bapun]

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) has also warned of strict action against cable TV and DTH players who are found violating its new tariff order and regulatory regime. The regulator has also promised to shortly begin an audit of subscriber management and other IT systems of errant operators.

Trai chairman R.S. Sharma has repeatedly stated that consumer choice and consumer interest are “non negotiable” and “cannot be compromised”. He has said that companies not adhering to rules will have to face the consequences.

Trai had recently introduced a tariff regime which tried to allow viewers to choose what channels they want to watch, instead of being forced to buy ‘packages’. This would result in viewers paying only for the channels that they want to watch.

Trai to act against MSOs on roadblocks

 

[The Lonelier Island]

I came across this today. It's a 6 months old news. But this is sickening and requires proper attention. It's a shame that TRAI didn't even acknowledge this incident. I wonder what action would they even take.
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[TJ_DJ]

Several LCOs continue to operate outside of the TRAI norms. They flout the rules and give discounted packs to retain their customers. I think there is a loophole as they would be showing it a Rs 0/- NCF, thereby discounting it by a huge amount.