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The Indian government withdrew its mandate requiring smartphone manufacturers to pre-install the state-backed security app after public backlash and tech industry resistance. The initial order gave manufacturers 90 days to comply. Digital policy analyst Nikhil Pahwa discusses the app’s intended purpose and the privacy concerns surrounding its potential capabilities, highlighting the reasons behind the widespread opposition to the mandatory pre-installation. While the app remains available, it is no longer compulsory on new devices.
