The system should be based on an open architecture. The DTH operator will follow the advertising and programming code drawn up by the information and broadcasting ministry. And it should maintain a record of the advertising and programming for 90 days. The DTH operator should not discriminate between various channels wanting to get on the network. Government banned channels will not be allowed to be carried.
Uplink can be to both foreign and Indian satellites.
Preferential treatment will be given to uplink to Indian satellites. The DTH operator is bound to carry Prasar Bharati channels on most favourable terms offered to any other channels. The DTH operator can offer value added services such as fax, voice, or broadband, as long as it gets clearance from the right competent authority.