Trai seeks views on renewal of multi-system operator registrations

NEW DELHI: Broadcast regulator TRAI on Wednesday sought views of various stakeholders on the renewal of registration for multi-system operators, including the quantum of fee charged for the process.

In a consultation paper issued by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), it sought views from various stakeholders on the provisions for continuance of service by multi-system operators (MSOs) to consumers after expiry of the previous registration when a final decision on its application for renewal is awaited.

It also sought suggestions on whether a broadcaster should disconnect television channels for such MSOs whose registration has expired and they have not applied for renewal.