Bangladesh High Court Petition Seeks Ban on Indian TV Channels

The petition cites alleged negative cultural impacts and regulatory violations by Indian broadcasters in Bangladesh.

A writ petition has been filed in the Bangladesh High Court to ban Indian TV channels, citing their alleged harmful influence on Bangladeshi culture and society.
The petition, submitted by lawyer Ekhlas Uddin Bhuiyan, seeks action under the Cable Television Network Operation Act of 2006.
Indian channels like Star Jalsha, Star Plus, Zee Bangla, and Republic Bangla are specifically named in the petition for allegedly airing provocative news and unregulated content.
The petition claims that unregulated broadcasts are negatively affecting Bangladeshi youth and do not comply with local regulations.
The filing comes as tensions rise in Bangladesh, with increased violence against minority groups and concerns raised by India over extremist rhetoric and attacks on Hindus.