Draft Telecommunications Rules 2026 released, integrating 6 broadcasting guidelines

The question asked whether the Government had released draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules, 2026 to consolidate existing broadcasting guidelines under the Telecommunications Act, 2023, and sought details on key features, timelines, industry transition measures, and provisions for digital media, local broadcasters, and community radio in Madhya Pradesh, particularly in Chhindwara district. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting provided the answer.

Shri Mukeshkumar Chandrakaant Dalal, Shri Dineshbhai Makwana (asked); Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (answered)

• Draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules, 2026 released to consolidate multiple existing broadcasting guidelines
• Integrated guidelines include: Policy Guidelines for Uplinking and Downlinking of Satellite Television Channels, DTH Broadcasting Services, HITS Broadcasting Services, FM Radio Expansion (Phase III), Community Radio Stations, and IPTV Services
• Draft rules published on www.mib.gov.in, inviting inputs until 27th July 2026
• Voluntary migration of existing licenses/permission to new framework or continuation until migration
• Provisions to improve availability of TV and Radio services, including community radio, in remote and rural areas of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh

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