Delhi HC upholds TRAI regulations capping television ads to 12 minutes per hour
The Delhi High Court has upheld TRAI's regulations limiting television advertisements to 12 minutes per hour. This decision came after broadcasters challenged the cap, arguing it violated constitutional rights and threatened their economic viability. The court emphasized the need for such regulations to ensure a fair viewing experience for consumers.
- ▪The Delhi High Court upheld TRAI's regulations capping television ads at 12 minutes per hour.
- ▪Broadcasters argued that the cap violated their constitutional rights and threatened their economic viability.
- ▪The court stated that excessive commercial interruptions impair the right to a fair viewing experience.
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The Delhi High Court on Friday (May 29, 2026) upheld the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India’s (TRAI) regulations capping advertisements on television channels at 12 minutes per clock hour, rejecting a batch of petitions filed by leading broadcasters, news channels, and regional television networks.A Bench of Justice Anil Kshetarpal and Justice Amit Mahajan ruled that TRAI acted within its statutory powers while introducing the “per clock hour” advertisement cap in 2013.It is the case of the petitioners that the cap is violative of Articles 14 and 19 of the Constitution.
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