Government’s Telecom Control Strengthened with New Law Effective From June 26

The new telecom law, effective June 26, grants the government emergency control over telecommunications services. Key provisions include sections 1, 2, 10, and 30. The law also renames the Universal Service Obligation Fund to Digital Bharat Nidhi, aimed at funding research and development. It emphasizes cybersecurity and data protection, requiring operators to adopt stringent security measures.