The Information and Broadcasting Ministry (I&B) has enforced a ban on condom ads aired on TV from 6am to 10pm. The channels can air the ads late night between 10pm to 6am.
This move comes from the government after National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) approached the Ministry to ban the ads, citing inappropriate content which has an adverse effect on children.
According to Indian Express, NCPCR chairperson Stuti Kacker told PTI: “We have received complaints regarding condom advertisements showing inappropriate content. We welcome the decision of the government.”
Earlier, the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) urged Indian Read full story ›
Source: The Drum
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