Broadcasters agree to offer channels for Rs 5 under CAS

NEW DELHI: A majority of broadcasters have informed the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) that they have agreed to offer their TV channels at an MRP of Rs 5 under the conditional access system (CAS) regime. “In respect of broadcasters, who are yet to confirm dispatch of the reports, a communication is being sent to them by TRAI to report compliance in respect of the maximum retail price fixed by them for their pay channels in CAS areas,” TRAI said.

Star India, SET Discovery, ESPN Software, Raj TV Network, B4U Network, Sun TV, Udaya TV, Gemini TV, Ushodaya Enterprises, BBC World and Zee Turner are among the broadcasters and distributers who have informed TRAI that they will offer channels for Rs 5. Star India said:

“The prices are being filed under protest and without prejudice to Star India’s rights and contention raised in petitions filed by Star India and/or any other parties on the issues.” Star India is a distributor of channels like Star Plus, Star Movies, Star One, Star World, Disney Channel, Hungama, Neo Sports and History Channel.