"This is probably the most significant privacy case in India," said Nikhil Pahwa, founder of technology publication Medianama. "Yes, platforms need to be regulated. But in a manner that gives users power over platforms. "This means they will find it very difficult to operate in India as they will be liable in all types of legal cases which will include claims of monetary fines or even criminal prosecutions," said Apar Gupta, executive director of Internet Freedom Foundation , a digital rights groups in Delhi. "It is possible that more social media intermediaries will approach the courts," he added.

Source: Economic Times May 26, 2021 10:00 UTC