India to Restrict Hikvision, Dahua, and TP-Link CCTV Sales from April 2026

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has announced a major regulatory move to restrict the sale of certain foreign CCTV products in India starting April 1, 2026. Brands like Hikvision, Dahua, and TP-Link will be impacted due to new cybersecurity certification requirements aimed at reducing national security risks linked to foreign hardware.

Under the updated rules, all internet-connected surveillance devices must comply with strict STQC standards under IS 13252-1. This includes disclosing chip origins, ensuring secure communication protocols, and passing rigorous testing. Products using Chinese-origin components are reportedly being denied certification, effectively blocking their import and sale in India.

The move has significantly reshaped the domestic market, boosting “Make in India” brands like CP Plus, Qubo, and Prama, which now dominate a large share of the surveillance sector. While experts see this as a major step toward data security and sovereignty, the shift has also led to a rise in device costs and sparked debate over long-term reliability and trade implications.

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