Dear Bhagavathas: As you all know, DD Podhigai broadcasts excellent programs
and we (in the U.S) do not have access to this channel. I have started
corresponding with DirectTV to request them to add Podhigai to their line-up in
TamilDirect Service Pack since they already offer a DD India in their HindiDirect
Service Pack. Following is my email correspondence to DirectTV. My request to Bhagavathas living in the U.S. – could please
send an email to DirectTV requesting DD Podhigai? If more people write to them
, they might move quickly and take action. Thank you. dAsan Vasudevan ===========================================Correspondence
with DirecTV==================================================== -----Original Message----- Thank you for your quick response. There are tens of thousands of families from Tamil Nadu
(one of the most populous states in India) living in the United States. Almost
all of them are highly educated (usually Doctors, Software engineers and
Professors) and have very high disposable incomes. They are also very religious
and most of them belong to the Hindu Religion. DD Podhigai is part of the
DoorDharshan (DD) Family that is Government-Operated and is broadcast from
Tamil Nadu. Since DD Podhigai broadcasts culturally rich and religiously popular
programs, DD Podhigai will draw numerous new high-income customers to DirectTV.
Please note that DD Podhigai is already offered in South East Asia and the
Middle East by their respective satellite operators. Since you already have a relationship with
Doordharshan-DD (you offer DD India, Channel 2025 under your HindiDirect
Package), you could possibly negotiate easily the addition of DD Podhigai to
your TamilDirect package. I hope you consider this request and take appropriate
action. Thank you. Best Regards, Vasu Devan -----Original Message----- From: DIRECTV Customer Service
[mailto:directvcustomercare@xxxxxxxxxxx] Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 10:07 PM To: vasu.d@xxxxxxxxxxx Subject: Plan to add DD Podhigai Channel from Tamil Nadu,
India [Reference #: 080630-004349] Subject --------------------------------------------------------------- Plan to add DD Podhigai Channel from Tamil Nadu, India Discussion Thread --------------------------------------------------------------- Response (Aubrey S. - 100126090) - 06/30/2008 10:07 PM Dear Mr. Devan, Thanks for choosing DIRECTV and for taking the time to
write us. Currently, we're not offering programming in DD Podhigai,
but we continue expanding out international programming to channels from all
around the world. Whenever we add channels to our lineup, we release a
statement to the press, so keep an eye on the news to find out about the newest
channels or visit our web site at directv.com/pr We're proud to offer TamilDirect (Star Vijay) on DIRECTV
channel 2004. Star Vijay is one of the most popular entertainment channels in
India broadcasting in Tamil. Vijay features an excellent mix of dramas, soaps,
comedy, music and movies to talk shows and debates on topical issues.
TamilDirect can be added a la carte to any base programming package for only
$14.99 a month. To receive international programming you will need special
DIRECTV equipment, including a 36" dish and an APG receiver. Please visit
our web site at
http://directv.com/DTVAPP/packProg/channelChart2.jsp?assetId=1200040 for
complete details on receiving TamilDirect. We have some exciting new offers that make it one of the
best times to sign up for DIRECTV. We have set up two ways for you to get immediate
responses to all of your questions and begin enjoying DIRECTV: For information about our current offers or to place your
order online in just minutes, simply go to directv.com/getdirectv. You can also call us at 1-800-DIRECTV from 8:00 a.m. to
1:00 a.m. ET daily to get answers to your questions. Sincerely, Aubrey S. Employee ID 100126090 DIRECTV Customer Service Make the most of DIRECTV by registering your account on
directv.com. You'll learn about exclusive online promotions, new features of
DIRECTV and the latest programs and packages. Visit www.directv.com/register
today. Customer (Vasu Devan) - 06/30/2008 05:55 PM I see that you have DD India, Channel 2025 under your
HindiDirect Package. Do you plan to offer DD Podhigai (from Tamil Nadu State in
India) under TamilDirect Package? If so, when? [---001:001922:53765---]
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