09 August 2024

TRAI has issued a Consultation Paper to review and propose amendments to the audit-related provisions of the Telecommunication (Broadcasting and Cable) Services Interconnection (Addressable Systems) Regulations, 2017, and the Digital Addressable Systems Audit Manual. This review is intended to enhance fairness and balance among stakeholders in the digitized cable TV sector. The paper seeks input on updating audit provisions, revising the Audit Manual, and incorporating infrastructure-sharing guidelines into the existing regulatory framework. Stakeholders are invited to submit their comments by September 6, 2024, with counter-comments due by September 20, 2024. Submissions should be sent electronically, and for further information, Shri Deepak Sharma can be contacted at +91-11-20907774.