Overview
- MAIT said no rule compels smartphone makers to share source code, pointing to a June 18, 2025 office memorandum that supersedes earlier drafts and interpretations.
- Backing MeitY’s amendments to ITSAR, the association described the updated guidance as aligned with global practice and protective of intellectual property.
- MeitY has reiterated that discussions with manufacturers are consultative and that no final mandate on source‑code access or pre‑update notifications has been issued.
- Earlier reporting by Reuters said officials had explored third‑party review of source code and advance notice of major software updates, drawing industry resistance.
- Digital‑rights advocates pressed for transparency by seeking meeting minutes and current drafts, while analysts and lawyers warned of IP and investment risks and suggested independent certification through CERT‑In as a less intrusive option.