Centre Bans Five OTT Platforms for Allegedly Streaming Obscene Content.

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Mobile phone displaying OTT streaming apps as the Indian government blocks five platforms over alleged obscene content violations.

Centre Bans Five OTT Platforms for Allegedly Streaming Obscene Content.

The Government of India has blocked five OTT platforms—MoodXVIP, Koyal Playpro, Digi Movieplex, Feel, and Jugnu—for allegedly streaming explicit content in violation of digital media regulations, following a review by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

Published by Diptimayee | February 25, 2026

The Government of India has blocked five over-the-top (OTT) platforms for allegedly streaming explicit and pornographic content in violation of existing digital regulations. The action was initiated by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting after a detailed review of the material available on these applications.

The five OTT platforms that have been blocked are MoodXVIP, Koyal Playpro, Digi Movieplex, Feel, and Jugnu. Users attempting to access these platforms in India may now encounter restrictions or find them unavailable on app stores.

Regulatory Action After Due ProcessOfficials indicated that the decision followed established legal procedures, including consultations with relevant authorities and an assessment of compliance with the Information Technology Rules and digital media guidelines.

Sources stated that the Centre intervenes when digital platforms are found hosting content deemed unlawful or in breach of statutory norms. The move underscores the government’s emphasis on ensuring that online intermediaries operate strictly within India’s legal framework.

Increased Monitoring of OTT PlatformsWith OTT consumption witnessing rapid growth across India—covering web series, films, and short-format digital content—the government has stepped up oversight of streaming services. Authorities have been monitoring platforms closely to ensure adherence to content standards and regulatory obligations.

Focus on Viewer Protection and CompliancePolicy experts note that such regulatory measures are aimed at promoting responsible content dissemination and protecting vulnerable audiences, particularly minors, from exposure to harmful material.

The development sends a clear message that violations of digital content norms may invite swift regulatory consequences.