(a) whether the Prasar Bharati is considering to give rights for telecast of 17
Doordarshan channels in 146 countries as reported in the Hindu, dated January 31,
2005;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Government has taken any steps to improve the quality of Delhi
Doordarshan Programmes and News; and
(d) if so, the steps taken/to be taken by the Government in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF INFORMATION & BROADCASTING AND CULTURE (SHRI S. JAIPAL REDDY)
(a) & (b) Prasar Bharati has informed that they had floated a tender for the worldwide
distribution of 13 TV channels and 12 Radio channels and that they are now
processing the offers received against its tender.
(c) & (d) Prasar Bharati has informed that it is the constant endeavour of Doordarshan
to enhance the quality of its programmes and news covering national and international
events, through innovative programme formats.