Broadcasters warn TRAI’s ALTD could centralize TV distribution
Broadcasters in India are expressing concern over the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's (TRAI) proposed Architecture for Licensing of Digital TV channels (ALTD) framework. They allege that the framework could establish a "digital zamindari" model, potentially granting dominant control over digital TV distribution to a few entities, thereby impacting their operational independence and fee structures.
Key Takeaways
- TRAI’s proposed Architecture for Licensing of Digital TV channels (ALTD) is facing broadcaster pushback.
- Broadcasters say the framework could create a “digital zamindari” model in India’s TV distribution.
- The concern centers on a few entities gaining dominant control over digital TV distribution.
- Broadcasters say that control could affect both operational independence and fee structures.
Why It Matters
If broadcasters’ concerns hold, ALTD would shift more control over digital TV distribution toward a small number of entities, rather than leaving it more dispersed. That matters because the dispute is not about programming, but about who controls access and pricing in the distribution layer. For the wider streaming and broadcast stack, this is a reminder that licensing architecture can shape bargaining power as much as content does. What to watch next is whether TRAI revises the ALTD proposal or clarifies how much control any one entity can hold.
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