OTT apps used for communication, such as Signal and WhatsApp, are already encompassed by the Information Technology Act of 2000.
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Meta Expresses Concerns Over Ambiguities in Telecom Bill, Fears Government Regulation of OTT Apps: Report
The proposed legislation would grant significant powers to the Indian government in the telecom sector, causing apprehensions for Meta and other tech companies.
Telecom Bill Granting Greater Government Control Over Sector Passes in Parliament
The Telecommunications Bill, 2023, has been passed in the Rajya Sabha through a voice vote.