Draft IT Rule Changes May Increase Compliance Expectations for Intermediaries: Arpit Choudhary

Posted On - 1 April, 2026 • By - King Stubb & Kasiva

In a recent article published by Financial Express, Arpit Choudhary shared his views on the proposed amendments to the Information Technology Rules and their potential impact on intermediaries.

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Commenting on the evolving regulatory landscape, Arpit noted that while the concept of safe harbour may formally continue, intermediaries could face significantly heightened compliance expectations. He highlighted that the widening scope of the draft rules may lead to increased responsibilities and operational burdens for digital platforms.

The proposed changes reflect a broader shift towards tighter digital governance, raising important questions around the balance between accountability and operational feasibility in India’s technology ecosystem.

Read more at: https://www.financialexpress.com/business/industry-draft-it-rule-changes-widen-scope-raise-overreach-concerns-4190943/