CCI Approves Tata Sons’ Plan to Acquire Additional 10% Stake in Tata Play

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has granted approval for Tata Sons to acquire an additional 10% stake in Tata Play, the group’s digital content distribution arm. This acquisition will be made from Baytree Investments (Mauritius) Pte Ltd, an investment firm. The approval reinforces Tata Sons’ strategy to strengthen its presence in India’s digital entertainment and content distribution market.

Key Highlights

CCI’s Approval for Tata Sons

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved Tata Sons’ proposal to increase its stake in Tata Play by 10%.
The additional stake will be acquired from Baytree Investments (Mauritius) Pte Ltd.
The decision was officially announced on March 17, 2025.
This move will enhance Tata Play’s strategic position in India’s digital entertainment sector.

About Tata Play

Established in 2001, launched services in 2006.
Offers Pay TV and OTT services in India.
Aggregates OTT platforms through Tata Play Binge, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Disney+ Hotstar, and Zee5.

Tata Sons’ Investment Strategies

Tata Sons plans to invest ₹1,432 crore in Tata Projects’ rights issue, aimed at raising ₹2,500 crore.
Tata Motors, a Tata Group subsidiary, is considering ₹2,000 crore fundraising via non-convertible debentures (NCDs).
Tata Projects may also explore stock market listing in the future.

About Competition Commission of India

Establishment & Purpose

Formed: October 14, 2003
Operational: May 2009
Replaced: Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices (MRTP) Act, 1969
Functions: Prevent anti-competitive agreements, regulate dominant positions, control mergers & acquisitions, protect consumers, ensure free trade.
Headquarters: New Delhi
Parent Ministry: Ministry of Corporate Affairs

Composition

Chairperson + Six Members (Appointed by the Central Government)
Eligibility: Minimum 15 years of experience in trade, finance, law, etc.
Term: Five years

Summary/Static	Details
Why in the news?	CCI Approves Tata Sons’ Plan to Acquire Additional 10% Stake in Tata Play
Approval Date	March 17, 2025
Regulator	Competition Commission of India (CCI)
Company Involved	Tata Sons
Stake Acquired	Additional 10%
Seller	Baytree Investments (Mauritius) Pte Ltd
Sector	Digital Content Distribution
Tata Play Services	Pay TV, OTT, Tata Play Binge
Tata Group’s Investment	₹1,432 crore in Tata Projects, ₹2,000 crore in Tata Motors NCDs
About CCI
Formation Date	October 14, 2003
Operational Since	May 2009
Replaced	Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices (MRTP) Act, 1969
Functions	– Prevent anti-competitive agreements – Regulate dominant positions – Control mergers & acquisitions – Protect consumers – Ensure free trade
Headquarters	New Delhi
Parent Ministry	Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Composition	Chairperson + Six Members (Appointed by the Central Government)
Eligibility	Minimum 15 years of experience in trade, finance, law, etc.
Term	Five years