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India’s Digital Data Protection Bill nears rollout but children’s privacy needs watchful rules
Technology
Published on 24 April 2026
The bill targets child consent in ways that could reshape apps
India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023, has been introduced in Parliament, signaling progress toward tighter privacy for everyone, especially children. While the draft still needs debate and final approval, it raises key questions about how parental consent, data processing, and safeguards for minors will be enforced in real-world digital products.
- Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023, is introduced in the lower house
- Children’s privacy rules are expected to be a central focus
- The draft still faces further legislative steps before becoming law
- Implementation details could determine how apps handle minors’ data
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