The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has announced the release of the Statistical Handbook on Media and Entertainment Sector 2024-25. Scheduled for tomorrow at WAVES 2025 in Mumbai, this handbook aims to provide timely, reliable, authentic, and comprehensive data relevant to the growing media and entertainment sector in India.
The sector is anticipated to contribute significantly to the country's economic growth due to its substantial potential and expected 7% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) leading up to 2027, projected at INR 3067 billion. The release aligns with government policy affirmations on leveraging data-driven insights for effective sectoral management and strategic decision-making.
Key data points included in the handbook cover:
- Registered print publications have seen a remarkable increase from 5,932 to 154,523, showcasing a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.99.
- The Publications Division under Information and Broadcasting Ministry published an array of books across diverse themes during the period.
- A comprehensive geographical coverage by Direct-to-Home (DTH) service has been accomplished through 100 channels as of March 2025.
Regarding television segments,:
- The number of Doordarshan free dish channels grew from 33 in 2004 to 381 in 2025.
- All India Radio's (AIR) coverage provides a population-wide broadcast through radio, with the AIR infrastructure expanding significantly in terms of stations.
In the private sector:
- The number of satellite TV channels increased from 130 in 2004/05 to 908 in 2024.
- Private FM stations expanded drastically, jumping from 4 in 2001 to 388 by 2024.
The handbook also delves into specific aspects like State-specific operational private FM radio stations and community radio stations (CRS) growth. Additionally, data on film production, including awards at International Film Festivals organized and documentaries produced by the National Film Development Corporation, are also compiled within the report.
Furthermore, insights related to digital media and creator economies under WAVES OTT Platform, Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT), and Create in India Challenge are part of the detailed information provided across various platforms for keeping track of latest updates.
These statistical data and insights are intended to facilitate informed decision-making across stakeholders in the service sector.
It is crucial to note that with this level of detail, a thorough understanding of all data points requires careful examination beyond what can be summarized here.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Information Broadcasting: A governmental organization responsible for managing and regulating information, broadcasting, and media sectors.
Statistical Handbook on Media and Entertainment Sector 2024-25: A comprehensive data resource that compiles statistics on the media and entertainment industry in India, covering sectors like print publications, television, radio, satellite channels, internet of things (IoT) platforms, film certifications, digital media, creator economies, awards in the film sector, and initiatives by government organizations.
WAVES 2025: A summit or event that includes press releases about future plans, policy launches, and official updates from Ministry of Information Broadcasting and its departments.
Government of India: The overarching body behind the Ministry of Information Broadcasting, responsible for national policies and initiatives.
Publications Division under Ministry of Information Broadcasting: A department within the Ministry focused on publishing activities including books, reports, guidelines, etc., related to themes like children's literature, history, freedom struggles, scientific topics, technology, environment, India's growth, and media.
Doordarshan: A state-run broadcaster in India known for its free-to-air television service.
All India Radio (AIR): A government-owned radio network serving India, providing radio programs to the public across various channels and reaching large population coverage.
Private Satellite TV Channels: Broadcasting services owned by private entities that offer alternative content compared to state-controlled outlets like Doordarshan.
Private FM Stations: Radio stations run privately and typically operate on a commercial basis, differing from public broadcasting models like AIR and DTH service delivery methods via satellite.
Community Radio Stations (CRS): Small-scale radio stations often managed by volunteers for local communities with programming tailored to their needs. They may require government licenses or permits to operate.
741 Indian feature films certified in 1983, with subsequent growth: A milestone indicating the initial development of India's film industry, later reaching over several thousand certifications by 2024-25.
Digital Media and Creator Economy: An economy sector encompassing digital content creation platforms offering space for artists, creators, and audiences to engage with, produce or consume media on the internet. It includes initiatives like WAVES OTT platform, Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT), and Create in India Challenge under WAVES 2025.
Ease of Doing Business Initiatives: Strategies aimed at simplifying operations, regulations, or processes required for businesses to function efficiently within regulatory frameworks provided by the Ministry of Information Broadcasting.
Mumbai: The location where the official posts announcing these developments are posted.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Ministry of I&B to release Statistical Handbook on
Media and Entertainment Sector 2024-25 Tomorrow
at WAVES 2025
Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 2:29PM by PIB Mumbai
Mumbai, 2 May 2025
WAVES 2025 to witness the release of Statistical Handbook on Media and Entertainment Sector 2024-25 of
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, tomorrow. This is part of Government’s affirmation of the need for timely,
reliable, authentic and comprehensive data on the M&E Sector as Media and Entertainment is an important
component of the service sector having huge potential to contribute to growth of the economy of the country.
Media & Entertainment ecosystem is a sunrise sector expected to grow at 7% CAGR to reach 3067 billion INR in
2027 as per the latest estimate. Various policy initiatives taken and its implementation need to be backed by
appropriate data to have the optimum outcome.
Keeping in view the data requirement of the Ministry and other stakeholders in the sector, the Statistical
Handbook on Media & Entertainment sector 2024-25, with the updated data and information on different
segments of M&E sector will be launched at WAVES 2025 tomorrow.
A few snippets from the Statistical Handbook on Media & Entertainment sector 2024-25 are as follows:
l Registered print publications soared from 5,932 in 1957 to 154,523 in 2024-25, with a CAGR of 4.99%
l A total of 130 books on various themes including Children’s literature, History and freedom struggles,
personalities and biographies, Builders of modern India, Science, technology and environment and
other themes have been published by Publications Division, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
during 2024-2025.
l 100% geographical coverage through DTH service by March 2025.
l Doordarshan Free Dish Channels: 33 channels in 2004 to 381 in 2025.
l All India Radio (AIR) Coverage: Provides 98% population coverage through radio as of March 2025.
Number of AIR radio stations grew from 198 in 2000 to 591 in 2025.
l Private Satellite TV Channels surged from 130 in 2004-05 to 908 in 2024-25
l Private FM stations grew from 4 in 2001 to 388 by 2024.
l Information on State/UT-wise operational Private FM Radio Stations in India as on 31.03.2025.
l Community Radio Stations (CRS) surged from 15 in 2005 to 531 in 2025. Data about
State/UT/District/Location wise Operational CRS in India as on 31.03.2025 are also included.
l 741 Indian feature films certified in 1983, which was increased to 3455 in 2024-25, with a cumulative
total of 69,113 by 2024-25
In addition to statistical data, information on the following is also available in the Handbook:
l Awards in the film sector including International Film Festivals organized and documentaries produced
by NFDC are also available in the Handbook.
l Digital Media and Creator Economy including WAVES OTT Platform, Indian Institute of Creative
Technologies (IICT) and Create in India Challenge (CIC) under WAVES 2025.
l Landmark events in Information and Broadcasting Sector viz. the Press Registrar General of India
(PRGI), Akashwani, Doordarshan, Private FM Radio Stations and TV-INSATl Skilling courses under Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.
Ease of Doing Business initiatives by Ministry of Info & Broadcasting including Transformative Portals.
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