India’s media landscape expands: over 1.55 lakh publications, 908 private TV channels: I&B Ministry

Ministry of Information and Broadcasting says India has a vibrant press and media ecosystem with over 1.55 Lakh Publications and 908 Private TV Channels. In a written reply in Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr L Murugan said that the number of publications registered with the Press Registrar General of India has increased from 1.05 lakh in 2014-15 to 1.55 lakh in 2024-25. The number of private satellite TV Channels has also increased from 821 in 2014-15 to 908 in 2024-25. As of today, 92 private channels and 50 Doordarshan Channels are available on DD Free Dish. Both private and DD channels operate in various regional languages, ensuring wider audience reach across the country. Expansion of Prasar Bharati’s network across the country is a continuous process undertaken under the Broadcasting Infrastructure and Network Development (BIND) Scheme 2021-26. Three transmitters have been approved under this scheme in Himachal Pradesh.