A series where we indulge in insightful deliberations around India’s privacy landscape. From identifying threats and trends to exploring the complex laws and regulations that govern data privacy, our endeavor is to offer a wholesome outlook on data breaches and other privacy violations as well as provide practical tips on tackling them. So, join us on this journey into the deep end of data protection.
Data Protection Laws: An Overview with Atul Kumar
In this episode, we dive deep into the data protection laws in India, especially the recently enacted Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, India’s landmark legislation governing the use and protection of your personal data in the digital age. Although we are yet to see the guidelines and rules framed under the various provisions of the Act, we intend to shed light on the Act’s strengths, challenges, and future trajectory.
Atul Kumar, Lead – Government Initiatives and Global Trade at the Data Security Council of India talks about:
• Importance of regulatory compliance in today’s digital world, balancing consumer protection and business success.
• Some salient features of the DPDP Act and a deliberation on the principles of consent, purpose limitation, data accuracy etc.
• Global perspective on data flow and alignment with international standards.
• Challenges & concerns regarding implementation of data protection laws in India.
• Predictions on how the data protection landscape might evolve in India. Potential amendments or revisions to the DPDPA in the near future.
