The Union Government has blocked five OTT platforms for allegedly streaming obscene content, according to official reports. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on February 24 directed internet service providers (ISPs) to disable access to MoodXVIP, Koyal Playpro, Digi Movieplex, Feel, and Jugnu.
The order was issued under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, read with the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.
The Union Government has blocked five OTT platforms, MoodXVIP, Koyal Playpro, Digi Movieplex, Feel, and Jugnu, under Section 69A of the IT Act, 2000, for allegedly streaming obscene content. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting directed ISPs to disable access nationwide, affecting users in Guwahati and across Assam.
Platforms Blocked Following Due Procedure
Officials said the blocking action followed due legal process. The move was taken under provisions of the IT Rules, 2021, along with laws dealing with obscenity.
Section 69A empowers the government to restrict public access to online content on specific grounds, including public order and decency.
What This Means for Guwahati Viewers
Internet service providers in Guwahati and across Assam are required to comply with the directive. As a result, access to the listed platforms has been disabled for users in the city.
Guwahati, with its growing digital audience and widespread OTT usage among youth and working professionals, will be directly affected by the order.
Part of Ongoing Digital Regulation
Officials reportedly stated that the rules are intended to ensure public decency, protect national interests, and promote accountability among digital media platforms.
The February 24 action follows a similar crackdown in July last year, when 25 apps and websites were blocked for allegedly streaming obscene and pornographic material.
Platforms targeted at that time included ALTBalaji, ULLU, Big Shots App, Desiflix, Boomex, Navarasa Lite, and Gulab App.
Legal Basis for Blocking
The blocking order was issued in accordance with:
- Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000
- Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021
- Applicable laws dealing with obscenity
Authorities have not publicly detailed the specific content violations in this instance.
What Happens Next?
ISPs are expected to enforce the blocking order immediately. Further action, if any, will depend on ongoing regulatory review and compliance checks.
Users are advised to rely on officially regulated and compliant streaming platforms for digital content consumption.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Which OTT platforms have been blocked by the government?
MoodXVIP, Koyal Playpro, Digi Movieplex, Feel, and Jugnu have been blocked.
Q2. Under which law were the platforms blocked?
The action was taken under Section 69A of the IT Act, 2000, along with the IT Rules, 2021.
Q3. Does this affect users in Guwahati?
Yes, the directive applies nationwide, and internet service providers in Guwahati must disable access to the listed platforms.
