Netflix India has come under scrutiny by the Indian government due to multiple alleged reasons such as visa violations, tax violations, and more. The investigation is to look into the business practices of the local operations of this streaming company. There are several allegations and claims regarding this incident. To know more about the official step, read on.
Government Probes Netflix India Over Alleged Visa Violations, Racial Discrimination & More
Netflix India is being probed for different reasons. The government sent an official email to a former executive related to the shocking incident. Home Ministry official Deepak Yadav wrote this government mail from the Foreigners Regional Registration Office in Delhi. It highlighted all the necessary information about this investigation.
It was sent to Nandini Mehta, the former director of business and legal affairs at Netflix in India, according to a report by India Today. Back in 2020, she left Netflix India. A portion of the government email pointed out several concerns such as visa violations, racial discrimination, and the globally famous streaming giant’s overall business procedures in India.
Official Deepak Yadav stated in the letter about receiving details regarding the above-mentioned matter “w.r.t (with respect to) the stated company’s conduct, visa violation, tax evasion, illegal structures and other malpractices.” All these also include different incidents related to racial discrimination. The letter further added that Netflix has been engaged in all these while doing business in India.
More About This Incident
Netflix India captures a huge market in India’s online streaming industry. Around 10 million users use this platform to watch movies and shows. Interestingly, Netflix India has been included in several controversies before. This time, the trouble seems to be bigger for the company with the government investigating the serious allegations.
Nandini Mehta confirmed about pursuing a lawsuit against Netflix in the US. This is regarding an allegation of wrongful termination. In addition, this lawsuit is for gender and racial discrimination. However, Netflix refused all these statements.
A Netflix spokesperson talked about the probe and revealed that the streaming company did not know about the Indian government’s investigation.
What are your views about the government’s decision to probe?
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