Key Comments by KTR on the New IT Law

KTR's Key Comments on the New IT Law

Hyderabad: BRS Working President KTR made significant comments on the new IT law introduced by the central government. He expressed concerns that the law could pose a serious threat to the digital privacy of the country's citizens. He voiced his worries about the law granting the central government unlimited power over citizens and urged all political parties to oppose the bill. KTR also strongly criticized the proposed Income Tax bill for 2025, expressing his anger over its provisions. Read more on Vaartha Telangana

New IT Law and Concerns on Digital Privacy

KTR expressed that the new Income Tax bill allows the central government to use powers beyond its jurisdiction under the guise of tax enforcement. He stressed that the bill appears to give the government unrestrained powers, particularly regarding citizens’ digital privacy. According to KTR, the new IT law would give IT authorities unfettered access to citizens' social media, emails, and online trading accounts under the pretext of monitoring. He raised concerns that the bill could lead to harassment, misuse, and extensive surveillance.

Violation of Constitutional Spirit

KTR highlighted that citizens' financial data is already under the control of various institutions, and this new law threatens to violate fundamental rights and digital privacy. He questioned who would be responsible if officials misuse the rules based on this law. He demanded that the Prime Minister and Finance Minister answer to these concerns. KTR asserted that the bill could infringe upon citizens' constitutionally guaranteed rights and was against the spirit of the Constitution. He further added that the current surveillance systems in place for the IT sector were sufficient. Visit Vaartha ePaper