Govt to come out with a legal framework to ensure data privacy: Piyush Goyal

The Indian government is working on a comprehensive legal framework for data privacy, according to Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. The framework aims to protect individuals’ data and ensure that businesses comply with data protection regulations. The government is consulting with stakeholders to develop a robust and effective data privacy law. The initiative is part of the government’s broader efforts to promote digital transformation and protect citizens’ rights in the digital age. The legal framework will address issues such as data collection, storage, and sharing, and will include provisions for penalties and enforcement. The government’s focus on data privacy reflects the growing importance of data protection in the digital economy and the need to balance innovation with privacy concerns.