Overview
- Industry body MAIT and the IT ministry refuted reports of compulsory source‑code disclosure, citing a June 18, 2025 memorandum that removed such language and shifted to internal security test reporting.
- A Reuters account referenced 83 proposed security measures including source‑code review and advance notice of major updates, but authorities say no final regulations exist.
- Responsibility for smartphone security discussions has moved from the telecom department to MeitY, which is engaging manufacturers on what is practical to implement.
- Analysts and manufacturers warn that forced code access would raise IP and legal risks, could slow security patches, and lacks global precedent across major markets.
- Digital‑rights groups are pressing for transparency by publishing current drafts and meeting minutes, pointing to the recent rollback of the Sanchar Saathi pre‑install order as context for scrutiny.