Photo: Ramesh Pathania/MintNew Delhi: Putting consumer fears to rest, broadcast regulator Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) has assured viewers they will not have to pay more for television channels under the new regulation. Trai’s overall assertion is that prices would not just decrease but that the sector would benefit from more transparency. In the past few days, a clutch of television channels have announced new rates. They get the flexibility to opt for channels and bouquets they love, and more importantly, pay only for those, Misra added. “It empowers the viewers to reallocate their monthly TV subscription budget to their favorite packs and channels, ensuring that they get the maximum value for their money.

Source: Mint December 19, 2018 06:33 UTC