CCI, MeitY Discuss Data Act and Digital Competition

29 Aug 2025 CW Team

The Chairperson of the Competition Commission of India (CCI) met with the Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to deliberate on the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023 and its interface with competition law. Senior officials from both organisations also participated in the discussion.

In today’s rapidly evolving digital economy, data has become a core enabler of innovation and value creation. However, its growing centrality also raises concerns around privacy, consumer welfare, and market competition. The meeting addressed these emerging challenges, particularly the implications of the DPDP Act and the Competition Act, 2002, with presentations made on both legislations as well as CCI’s role in overseeing digital markets.

The discussions underscored a shared commitment between CCI and MeitY to foster a transparent, fair, and innovation-led digital ecosystem while protecting the rights of consumers and enabling a level playing field for businesses.

Both sides emphasised the need for a consultative and coordinated regulatory approach, especially as technological advancements reshape data governance frameworks. The CCI Chairperson reiterated the Commission’s readiness to collaborate with MeitY on areas of mutual interest and noted that such coordination will be key to ensuring trust, innovation, and resilience within India's digital economy.

The meeting concluded with a joint resolve to maintain regular consultations to address evolving issues and support India’s broader vision of a secure, competitive, and digitally empowered economy.

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