Question : INDUSTRY STATUS TO CABLE TV NETWORK



(a) whether a demand to give industry status to the cable T.V. network has been made to the Government;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) the reaction of the Government thereto?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF INFORMATION AND BROADCASTING (SMT. SUSHMA SWARAJ)

(a) to (c): The Ministry of Industry has informed that installation and operation of cable T.V. network has already been recognised as an activity eligible for registration as `Small Scale Service and Business (Industry Related) Enterprises (SSSBEs.)` with investment limit upto Rs. 10 lakh in fixed assets (excluding land and building). These units will be eligible for all the benefits available to Small Scale Industries.