India’s legacy cable and DTH operators are pushing TRAI to regulate FAST and ALTD internet-delivered linear television like traditional pay TV, arguing these services bypass licensing, tariffs, interconnection, and content obligations. The consultation follows a Ministry request in December 2025 amid fears of unregulated TV-like channels. Cable and DTH back mandatory carriage, sports signal-sharing with Prasar Bharati, and platform-neutral pricing. Meanwhile, tech and internet players oppose telecom-style or broadcasting regulation, calling it uneven for registered platforms.
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