This document discusses Doordarshan (DD), the public service broadcaster of India. It analyzes DD's growth stages from monopoly to maturity to decline. As a public broadcaster, DD faced weaknesses like lack of innovative programs and low credibility. It faced threats from private channels and satellite television. The document recommends that DD adopt a middle path approach with some autonomy and competitive advertising rates, given its large reach. It concludes that DD has potential if the government improves it by providing innovative programs.