Government to start consultations on certifying online content

NEW DELHI: Top officials at Ministry of Information and Broadcasting will soon start meeting representatives from OTT platforms, members of civil society, technical community, media, ISPs and legal experts to discuss ways of regulating and certifying online content.

As of now, online streaming platforms and the shows and films they produce in India do not require approval from the Central Board of Film Certification. On Saturday, I&B minister Prakash Javadekar, speaking during an interaction between the film industry and CBFC members said the ministry will start meeting stakeholders over the certification on online content shortly.