Operators of cable TV and DTH mull rate hike

Television content is set to get dearer for consumers, with at least one multi-service operator (MSO) going for a rate hike from Saturday and others gearing up to follow suit.

One direct to home (DTH) operator has already increased rates and is sending messages to subscribers to organise their packages accordingly.

Siti Cable, which has around 10 lakh subscribers in Kolkata and neighbouring areas, has announced new packages, effective from April 1. Under the revised rates, a base package that earlier came at Rs 165 will now cost Rs 205. A premium package, earlier Rs 440, will now cost Rs 480.