TRAI must step in to ensure that steep cable rates are reversed: Traders body

MUMBAI: The Federation of Retail Traders Welfare Association has lodged a complaint with the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) over the jump in monthly cable fees under the new tariff regime.
“Million of consumers are upset and angry that instead of TRAI trying to protect the interest of consumers have ended up paying 75-100% more in monthly cable charges and this has resulted in unfair practices,” said a Viren Shah, president FRTWA.
The new tariff regime has resulted in channels being blocked unless consumers pay what is being asked for and cable operators are unable to provide a Best Fit Plan resulting in consumers paying Rs 1200 to 1500 per month as against the earlier Rs 750-800 per month.