(a) whether the Government proposes to bring forward a National Broadcasting Policy;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the time by which the policy would be finalised?
(a) whether the Government proposes to bring forward a National Broadcasting Policy;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the time by which the policy would be finalised?
THE MINISTER OF ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE AND MINISTER OF INFORMATION AND BROADCASTING
(SHRI PRAKASH JAVADEKAR)
(a) to (c): In order to create an enabling environment for broadcasting and ensuring transparency, non-discrimination, consumer protection and orderly growth of the sector, the deliberations / consultations on a National Broadcasting Policy are being held with various stakeholders. The formulation of such a policy has multi-dimensional implications and it needs to be firmed up after due process. Therefore, no time frame can be indicated for the finalization of the policy.
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