Explained: Grey Areas In Draft Broadcasting Regulation Bill

The bill seeks to directly regulate streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+Hotstar as over-the-top, or OTT, broadcasting services.

The new draft broadcasting regulation bill drawn up by the Centre has set off a controversy with its provisions that draw not only broadcasting companies but also OTT platforms, digital news and apps into its ambit.  

The bill seeks to directly regulate streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+Hotstar as over-the-top, or OTT, broadcasting services.

It may even include social media platforms like What'sApp, and signal messaging companies.