11 crore TVs will be switched off! Monthly charge of cable and DTH may increase up to 6 times? Government statement came out
Digital Desk: These days, a viral post on social media is claiming that due to a new decision of the Central Government, about 11 crore TVs will be shut down in the country and TV broadcasting services will become many times more expensive. The post also said that after the implementation of the new rules, there will be a big impact on DTH and cable TV services. However, this claim has been declared completely false by the government.
What is being claimed?
The viral post states that the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has issued draft rules on June 12, under which the same rules will be applicable to TV broadcasting and telecom companies. The post alleges that this will increase license fees and service providers will increase their charges by 4 to 6 times. It was also claimed that this could lead to the end of DTH and cable TV services and the employment of millions of people would be affected.
What did PIB say?
Press Information Bureau (PIB) has refuted the viral claim and clarified that it is completely misleading and fake information. According to PIB, the Central Government has not taken any decision which would increase the cost of TV services manifold or stop TV broadcasting services in the country.
What is the purpose of the draft rules?
PIB informed that the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has released the draft of Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Related Services) Rules, 2026. Suggestions are being sought from the general public and concerned parties on this till 27 July 2026. According to the Ministry, there is no proposal to increase any kind of fees in these draft rules. Their aim is only to make the system simpler and more effective by unifying the various guidelines related to TV and radio services.
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