Digital Personal Data Protection rules focus on citizen rights: PM Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025, prioritise India’s commitment to citizen-centric governance as they aim to safeguard personal data while driving growth and inclusivity.

“Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw explains how the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, prioritises India’s commitment to citizen-centric governance. The rules aim to safeguard personal data while driving growth and inclusivity,” the PMO posted on X. 

Modi referred to Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwani Vaishnaw’s write-up explaining the draft rules, which seek to protect individuals’ personal data.

Claiming that, unlike some international models, India’s approach is pragmatic and growth-oriented, Vaishnaw said the DPDP Rules 2025 reflect India’s leadership in shaping global data governance norms.

“The rules are designed with simplicity and clarity, ensuring that every Indian can understand and exercise their rights.”