India to mandate security tests for connected devices before deployment
India is developing new rules that are expected to require all connected devices in key sectors—like healthcare, energy, transport, and industry—to pass strict security tests before deployment.
The National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) is leading this move to protect against malware and tampered components in imported products.
Regulators plan to set clear certification standards
With everything from power grids to hospitals relying on smart tech, weak device security can leave the country open to cyberattacks.
The original deadline was January 2027, but it might be pushed back a few years so industries have time to adjust.
Regulators plan to set clear certification standards (think BIS-style) and focus the toughest rules on high-stakes areas like atomic energy and space.
This upgrade aims to keep India's digital backbone safer as our world gets even more connected.