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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 Draft Guidelines for Examination of Computer-Related Inventions (CRI), 2025

Nasscom submitted feedback on the Draft Guidelines for Examination of Computer-Related Inventions (CRI), 2025, emphasizing the need for clarity and consistency, especially for emerging technologies like AI and blockchain. Key suggestions included clarifying that describing training data characteristics is sufficient and providing reasoning behind patentability decisions in claim examples.

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07 May 2025

RBI: Submission on draft Foreign Exchange Management Regulations, 2025

The RBI released draft regulations to streamline export-import transactions under FEMA 2025, aiming to improve ease of doing business. In response, Nasscom recommended integrating GST and RBI systems to avoid data duplication, simplifying documentation, and easing timelines for exporters and importers. It also urged flexibility for e-commerce exports, immediate credit of proceeds, and exemptions for large certified exporters.

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01 May 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

Nasscom Feedback on Draft Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Act, 2025

Nasscom submitted feedback on Telangana’s draft law for the social welfare of gig workers, recommending alignment with the central Code on Social Security (CoSS), 2020 to avoid regulatory overlap. Key suggestions include a sunset clause, easing onerous aggregator obligations, and more.

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01 May 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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