India to Ban Sales of Chinese CCTV Brands Hikvision and Dahua From 1 April: Report
- India will ban the sale of internet-connected CCTV cameras from Chinese brands like Hikvision and Dahua starting April 1, 2026, unless certified under new rules.
- The government requires CCTV products to have Standardisation Testing and Quality Certification , including hardware origin disclosure and vulnerability testing to prevent unauthorized access.
- Chinese firms have lost market share, with Indian brands now controlling over 80% of the CCTV market by early 2026.
- The rule change aims to improve digital security, boost local manufacturers, and reduce risks of unauthorized remote access via surveillance devices.
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If you're considering purchasing a CCTV camera for your home or office, it's important to be cautious. Serious questions have recently arisen about CCTV security in India, and a report claims that data from some cameras can be accessed abroad, raising security concerns. Following this, the government has tightened its scrutiny on Chinese companies like Hikvision and TP-Link.
India To Ban Sales of Chinese CCTV Brands Hikvision, Dahua From April 1, Know Details | 📰 LatestLY
India will ban sales of Chinese CCTV brands like Hikvision and Dahua from April 1, 2026, under new STQC rules citing cybersecurity risks. Devices using Chinese components will be denied certification, pushing local alternatives while raising prices for advanced surveillance systems. 📰 India To Ban Sales of Chinese CCTV Brands Hikvision, Dahua From April 1, Know Details.
India to ban sales of Chinese CCTV brands Hikvision and Dahua from 1 April: Report
India will prohibit Chinese CCTV companies like Hikvision and Dahua from selling internet-connected cameras starting April 1, according to a new report. This decision follows new certification rules which were notified in 2024.
India CCTV Ban 2026: A Massive Security Move Impacts Major Brands
India CCTV ban marks a major shift in the country’s surveillance technology market. India implements a major shift in its surveillance technology market with new rules coming into effect from April. The sale of several Chinese brands, such as TP-Link, Dahua, and Hikvision, is due to safety and security concerns. This move is part of […]
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