New Delhi: Attention broadcasters! Prasar Bharati, the public broadcaster of India, has announced an exciting opportunity to expand your reach. They are inviting applications for vacant MPEG-4 slots on the popular DD Freedish DTH platform. This is your chance to get your channel in front of millions of viewers across India.
What’s on Offer?
- Availability: The new channels will be available for broadcast from August 1st, 2024, to March 31st, 2025.
- Open to All: The e-auction, tentatively scheduled for July 24th, 2024, is open to channels of all genres and languages. This means there’s a slot for everyone, from news and entertainment to regional channels and niche programming.
- Transparent Process: The allocation of slots will be determined through a transparent e-auction process. The reserve price for each slot has been set at Rs 1,34,49,000, as per the latest e-auction methodology established by Prasar Bharati.
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How to Apply
- Online Application: Interested broadcasters can find detailed information about the auction process and application procedures on the Prasar Bharati website.
- Documentation and Fees: The application process involves submitting an online application along with all required documents. There’s a non-refundable processing fee of Rs 25,000 that can be paid online, and a participation fee of Rs 10,00,000 needs to be submitted via demand draft.
What Happens Next?
- Unsuccessful Bidders: After the auction, unsuccessful applicants will receive a full refund of their participation fee within three weeks of the results announcement.
- Successful Bidders: Winning broadcasters will be awarded a “Letter of Allotment” from Prasar Bharati, allowing them to broadcast their channel on the DD Freedish platform.
This is a great opportunity to showcase your content to a wide audience across India. With the DD Freedish platform reaching millions of viewers through free DTH services, it’s a chance to gain significant exposure for your channel. Head over to the Prasar Bharati website today to learn more and submit your application before the July 24th deadline!
