Photo by sir_watkynThe Government of India is seeking to acquire a technological solution that will allow it to block direct downlinking of satellite television channels distributed through direct-to-home (DTH) services and cable operators. However, this will involve compliance from a slew of companies including DTH operators or multi-system operators.
The move is being considered to stop illegal broadcast of some foreign television channels in the country, distributed largely by local cable operators. According to senior government officials, the step was contemplated in the aftermath of riots that broke out in Jammu and Kashmir following reports about the alleged desecration of the Holy Quran in the US. The news was aired by an Iranian television channel that was downlinked by local cable operators in the valley, leading to protests in the valley, resulting in several deaths.
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