DTH issue: Protesting cable operators suspend service in different areas
Cable operators have demanded postponement of issuance of DTH licences.
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Cable operators have suspended their service in different areas of the country after unsuccessful dialogue with the government on the issue of Direct-To-Home (DTH) service.
They had decided to go on strike if the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) did not accept their demand of postponing the process of introducing the DTH service.
Earlier, a meeting presided over by Finance Minister Ishaq Dar in Lahore decided that auction of DTH licences will be held as per schedule on Wednesday.
The meeting was also attended by Chairman Pakistan Broadcasters Association, Chairman Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority and representatives of cable operators.
Successful bidder would start its operation from November next year.
It was decided that recommendation would be made to The Prime Minister that a high level committee be formed to review the matters of PBA and cable operators. This committee would present its recommendations to the Prime Minister.
