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Policy Advocacy

Representing a diverse and rapidly expanding tech industry in India

As the voice of a diverse, large and growing technology industry in India, the public policy team at nasscom plays a critical role in advocating for policies that support growth and development of the sector. We work closely with the industry, government and other stakeholders to shape policies, laws and regulations that foster user trust, market innovation and ease of doing business. We strive to influence policy decisions that empower the technology industry to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape. Our advocacy efforts include strategic collaborations and constructive dialogue with key stakeholders in technology policy ecosystem at local, national and international levels.

Policy

Latest insights on our Policy work

Our Engagements

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Nasscom’s Feedback on the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025

Nasscom has submitted detailed feedback on the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, appreciating MEITY’s consultative approach and use of plain language. They have raised concerns about the proposed restriction on cross-border data transfers by Significant Data Fiduciaries, noting it may conflict with Section 16 of the DPDP Act. Such a move could create confusion about Parliament’s intent and act as a non-tariff barrier. To address this, Nasscom has suggested an alternative approach to ensure both data protection and operational flexibility.

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06 March 2025

Nasscom’s Feedback on the Report on AI Governance Guidelines Development

Nasscom submitted feedback on MEITY’s AI Governance Guidelines Report, noting that its context may be outdated due to rapid developments in the global AI ecosystem. We emphasized India's evolving role in shaping a human-centric AI governance framework globally and locally. A two-pronged approach was suggested—enabling innovation and growth while mitigating real, observable harms. Key recommendations include promoting India-centric foundation models, avoiding overly prescriptive regulations, and building capacity to navigate global AI trends.

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04 March 2025

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Feedback on multi-year tariff petition - Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd

Nasscom submitted feedback on MSEDCL’s MYT Petition, raising concerns about the proposed Time of Day (ToD) tariff and its adverse impact on Maharashtra’s data centre ecosystem. We urged MERC to reject the proposed changes and retain the existing ToD structure as per the 2019 regulations.

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21 February 2025

MEA, Office of the PSA and IISc, Bengaluru: Government organises Technology Dialogue

The Ministry of External Affairs, in partnership with the Office of the Principal Scientific Advisor and IISc Bengaluru, hosted the first-ever Technology Dialogue on Jan 24–25, 2025, focusing on Track 1.5 diplomacy and technology frontiers. Key discussions included AI safety, open-source, and joint innovation ahead of the 2025 AI Summit in Paris.

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27 January 2025

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Global CBPR : Technical Workshop on the Global Cross Border Privacy Rules Forum

India hosted its first Tech Dialogue with France at IISc, focusing on AI, quantum tech, and global tech diplomacy. Key discussions included AI safety, open-source, and joint innovation ahead of the 2025 AI Summit in Paris.

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03 October 2024

OECD: Consensus based solution to the tax challenges arising from digitalisation of the economy

The digital revolution is transforming economies, unlocking innovation while posing complex policy challenges—especially in taxation. The OECD’s BEPS 2.0 initiative addresses these through a two-pillar approach: reallocating profits (Pillar One) and enforcing global minimum tax (Pillar Two).

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26 March 2025

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Related Publications

Indian Safe Harbour regime

India has emerged as a global innovation and R&D hub, with over 1,700 GCCs driving transformation across sectors. These centres are governed by transfer pricing rules that impact multinational investment strategies. To enhance ease of doing business, recommendations include widening Safe Harbour eligibility, rationalising service categories, and removing impractical risk conditions. Extending Safe Harbour to companies under audit can also reduce litigation and support a more competitive tax environment.

01 October 2024
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Handbook on Labour Codes

India’s growth is closely tied to a productive and protected workforce, making progressive labour reforms essential. To support this, Nasscom and Nishith Desai Associates have created a concise Handbook on the four new Labour Codes, tailored for the IT-BPM sector. The Handbook simplifies complex legal changes into practical insights for CXOs and policy professionals. It encourages industry collaboration and aims to help businesses align with evolving labour laws effectively.

23 April 2024
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