Archive · 26 Jul 2025
India Blocks 25 OTT Platforms for Obscene Content
The Indian government blocked 25 streaming platforms like ALTT and Ullu because they showed sexually explicit content.
The government worked with other groups and experts to make this decision.
They issued warnings and sent notices first.
The platforms violated rules about what kind of content is allowed, including scenes of nudity and inappropriate relationships.
The Indian government banned 25 OTT platforms for allegedly hosting obscene content.
Platforms included ALTT and Ullu, which have previously faced controversy.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting consulted with various ministries and industry bodies before the ban.
The ban followed repeated warnings and notices to the platforms.
The content violated IT Act, IPC, and Indecent Representation of Women Act provisions.
- Who
- The central government
- What
- The government banned 25 OTT platforms.
- When
- Friday
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- For hosting obscene, vulgar, and pornographic material.
- Platforms Blocked
- 25
- Included Platforms
- ALTT, Ullu, Big Shots, Desiflix
- Reason for Ban
- Obscene content
- Action Taken By
- Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
- Consulting Bodies
- Ministries, FICCI, CII
