Pakistan, May 28 -- India has introduced stringent new security regulations for CCTV cameras amid growing fears of surveillance by China. These new rules have sparked disputes between international camera manufacturers and Indian regulators in recent weeks.

According to official documents and internal emails, camera manufacturers are now required to submit their hardware, software, and source code for testing in government laboratories. This mandatory security testing policy has raised concerns among companies about supply disruptions and significant financial losses.

A senior government official revealed that these regulations are driven by India's deep concerns over advanced surveillance equipment from China. In 2021, India's then-Dep...