Prasar Bharati opens 98th DD Free Dish slot auction
Prasar Bharati is conducting its 98th e-auction for vacant MPEG-2 slots on DD Free Dish, inviting applications for the period spanning May 29, 2026, to March 31, 2027. This auction determines which broadcasters will secure slots on the DD Free Dish DTH platform.
Key Takeaways
- The auction covers vacant MPEG-2 slots on DD Free Dish.
- Applications are being invited for the period from May 29, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
- This is Prasar Bharati’s 98th e-auction for DD Free Dish slots.
Why It Matters
This auction determines access to DD Free Dish capacity for the May 29, 2026 to March 31, 2027 window, so broadcasters looking for distribution on the platform need to bid for vacant MPEG-2 slots. Because Prasar Bharati is using an e-auction process, slot allocation remains tied to a formal bidding cycle rather than direct placement. For streaming and broadcast planners, the key variable is which broadcasters win capacity in the 98th round and how many vacant slots are actually filled once the auction closes.
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