Indian content: PEMRA renews warning to TV channels, distribution networks
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 29 September 2016
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The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority has reiterated its stance against Indian content on local TV channels. Strict actions will follow for violators after October 15.Summary
ISLAMABAD –Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) Thursday issued a fresh warning to all satellite television channels and distribution networks to restrict airing Indian content.
The authority said: “Considering the rising number of complaints against excessive Indian content on TV channels and airing if Indian channels through illegal DTH, it is appropriate that all the satellite TV channels and distribution networks follow the law of land and voluntarily discontinue all illegal activities immediately.”
Strict action will be taken against violators after October 15, PEMRA warned.
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KEY POINTS:
- PEMRA warns channels to restrict Indian content
- Complaints against excessive Indian content are rising
- Violators will face strict actions after October 15
- Illegal DTH operations are also targeted
- Channels must follow local laws regarding content
