New Delhi, February 24 The government blocked five OTT platforms on Tuesday for streaming obscene content, officials said.
They said the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has blocked MoodXVIP, Koyal Playpro, Digi Movieplex, Feel, and Jugnu following due process.
Under this process, the government directs internet service providers to block access to OTT platforms under the Information Technology Rules 2021 and laws against obscenity.
These rules aim to maintain public decency, protect national interests, and enforce ethical journalistic practices across digital platforms.
The action aligns with Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, which grants the government the authority to block online content for various reasons.