By removing Trai from the oversight structure and concentrating these powers with the ministry, the policy may raise concerns about the absence of an independent regulatory check in the TV ratings ecosystem, said Rahul Mehta, partner, King Stubb & Kasiva, Advocates and Attorneys. Since TV ratings directly influence advertising revenue, broadcaster competitiveness, and market credibility, independent supervision is often considered important to maintain transparency and industry trust, he said.
Trai loses oversight over TV ratings, govt takes full control
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