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Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 — full explainer
Plain-English walkthrough of India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 — roles, rights, obligations.
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The Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 came into force with phased rules notified by MeitY on 13–14 November 2025. Full compliance is required by 13 May 2027. If something specific in the Act, the Rules, or your website's configuration is on your mind, send it.
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Government of India · MeitY
Podcast on DPDP Act 2023, featuring the Secretary, MeitY
Podcast with Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary MeitY, recorded right after the DPDP Rules 2025 notification (13–14 November 2025). Walks through what's new and the 18-month phased rollout.
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