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Hathway cuts channel rates by 60%

December 23, 2003 21:14 IST

Multi system operator Hathway on Tuesday announced as much as 60 per cent discount on 33 pay channels at Rs 199, saying other combinations including individual pay channels and bouquets would also remain on offer.

"Hathway's Best Buy will be priced at Rs 199 comprising all pay channels and will come with a discount of 60 per cent to the subscribers. This 33 pay channel package will cover all genre for a wholesome family entertainment at an extremely affordable price," the company said in a statement.

The new cable TV regime: Complete coverage

Meanwhile, in a meeting with senior officials of the information and broadcasting ministry, MSOs and cable operators assured the government that they have adequate supply of set top boxes.

Also, they said consumers will get all pay channels regardless of which cable operator is active in their areas.

Government had earlier on Tuesday said that corporate rivalry between leading MSOs was creating problems in implementation of Conditional Access System in South Delhi.

Cable Operators Federation of India chief Roop Sharma told PTI, "Some broadcaster-owned MSOs are trying to derail CAS because their TRP boasts will be exposed and they will lose advertising revenue."

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