Security hurdle: Global gear companies' clash with DoT may hit broadband expansion

A conflict between global telecom equipment makers and India's Department of Telecommunications (DoT) over a new security mandate could impact the country's broadband expansion. The mandate requires Wi-Fi and IP router products to have government security certification, but companies are resisting due to intellectual property concerns. The industry seeks a two-year extension, but DoT insists on the October 1 deadline.
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