The Supreme Court of India is deliberating a pivotal Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the constitutionality of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA). This landmark case, identified as 2025 INSC XXX, could redefine privacy rights for millions nationwide.
The constitution bench, comprising Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud and Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul, S. Ravindra Bhat, Hima Kohli, and P.S. Narasimha, began hearing the case on February 17, 2026. The urgency of this matter is underscored by the growing demand for robust data protection amid rising digital threats.
