“The Cyber Law & Data Governance Division, operating under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), assumes a pivotal role in shaping India's digital landscape. Since the inception of the Information Technology Act in 2000, this division has been at the forefront, fostering electronic transactions, providing legal validation for e-commerce, facilitating e-governance, preventing computer-based crimes, and implementing robust security measures.

A notable recent addition to the division’s initiatives is the Digital Personal Data Protection Act of 2023, a landmark legislation that adeptly balances individual privacy rights with the imperative to process digital personal data for lawful purposes. The IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules of 2021 further showcase the division's commitment to regulating social media intermediaries, online gaming, and safeguarding digital citizens. The establishment of a Grievance Appellate Committee reflects the division's dedication to resolving social media grievances where grievance officers couldn't provide relief to the social media users in India.

Moreover, the division actively pioneers frameworks for data governance and protection, crucial for establishing an open, safe, trusted, accountable, and adaptable cyberspace. Acknowledging data protection as a fundamental right for Indian citizens, the division formulates policies to safeguard these rights. Furthermore, the division delves into the legal implications of cutting-edge technologies such as IoT, Blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence, while also addressing aspects of Competition Law, Company Law, Copyright Act, and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) protection within the domain of information technology. In essence, the division operates as a guardian of digital rights, ensuring a secure cyberspace that is indispensable for the nation's digital economy growth.”