Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 08:13am on 28 May 2025,Wednesday Business
India has enacted stringent regulations mandating all internet-connected CCTV camera manufacturers to undergo rigorous security testing in government-approved laboratories. Effective from April 9, 2025, the policy requires submission of hardware, software, and potentially source code for examination, aiming to address espionage concerns, particularly from Chinese firms like Hikvision and Xiaomi. This move has led to significant industry pushback due to delays, inadequate testing infrastructure, and project disruptions. Out of 342 applications for camera model approvals, only 35 had been processed by late May, with just one from a foreign firm. Given that China accounts for 80% of CCTV components in India, and Hikvision and Dahua hold 30% of the market share, the new rules have disrupted the $3.5 billion surveillance market, projected to double by 2030. Retailers report plummeting sales due to approval bottlenecks, while the government maintains the policy is crucial for national security.(PC: The Telegraph)
