Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL) has been officially registered as a copyright society under the Copyright Act, 1957. This registration will streamline the management of rights concerning sound recordings in India.
PPL Achieves Registration as Copyright Society
On June 11, 2026, Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL) was registered as a copyright society for sound recordings by the Registrar of Copyrights. This development, formulated under Section 33(3) of the Copyright Act, 1957, is expected to enhance the governance of rights related to sound recordings in India.
The registration grants PPL the authority to collectively manage the rights of its members, promoting the interests of those involved in the music and sound recording industries. This action is significant as it consolidates the framework for the protection of copyright in the digital age.
For practitioners, this reinforces the importance of compliance with copyright laws and highlights the role of collective societies in managing rights profitably.