India Withdraws Controversial Bill Aiming to Regulate Digital Content Creators

Overview

• The bill would have classified content creators as broadcasters, mandating government registration and pre-certification of material.
• Critics argued the bill posed a threat to free speech and could lead to self-censorship among digital creators.
• The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has extended the consultation period until October 15, 2024.
• Digital rights activists call for transparency and broader public consultation on the revised bill.
• The future of the bill remains uncertain, with a new draft expected in the next parliamentary session.