Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released a Consultation Paper on inputs for formulation of National Broadcasting Policy-2024 on Tuesday. Communications Ministry said, the broadcasting sector is a sunrise sector having huge potential to contribute towards the growth of the Indian economy.
The Ministry said that the inputs for formulation of policy aim at stipulating the vision, objectives and strategies for the planned development and growth of the broadcasting sector in the era of new and emerging technologies. The Consultation Paper highlights pertinent issues prevalent in the broadcasting sector with an objective of making India a Global Content Hub. The paper also discusses on strengthening the public service broadcasting, issues on various segments of media and entertainment sector, combating piracy and ensuring content security. The Ministry said, this Consultation Paper on Inputs for formulation of National Broadcasting Policy-2024 has been prepared for seeking comments from stakeholders by 30th April and has been placed on TRAI’s website.
Earlier, Information and Broadcasting Ministry had requested TRAI to provide its inputs for formulation of the National Broadcasting Policy.