OTT Platforms MoodXVIP, Koyal Playpro, Digi Movieplex, Feel, and Jugnu Blocked By Central Govt For Pornographic Content

New Delhi: The Union government has taken decisive action against 5 OTT platforms, including MoodXVIP, Koyal Playpro, Digi Movieplex, Feel, and Jugnu, for allegedly streaming obscene and vulgar content. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B)’s decision is part of the government's efforts to regulate OTT platforms and ensure they adhere to Indian laws and guidelines, safeguarding public decency.

The I&B Ministry has directed Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to restrict access to MoodXVIP, Koyal Playpro, Digi Movieplex, Feel, and Jugnu, citing violations of existing content regulations. The ban was implemented on Tuesday, following a thorough review that revealed the platforms were hosting objectionable material.

The action was taken under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, which empowers the government to block online content deemed harmful or obscene. The Centre has been monitoring these platforms and found them non-compliant with the Information Technology Rules 2021 and obscenity laws.

According to officials, the blocking order has been executed through ISPs, effectively preventing users in India from accessing these platforms.

The crackdown on these OTT platforms is deemed as efforts to maintain ethical standards in the digital entertainment space, particularly protecting minors from inappropriate content. The officials stated that the I&B Ministry will continue to monitor digital platforms and take necessary action against those violating prescribed standards.

Further details are awaited.