Gartner: Navigating India’s New Restrictions on Computer Imports
By Pankil Sheth India's Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has recently announced new restrictions on the import of various electronic devices, including personal computers, laptops, tablets, "ultra-small form factor" computers, and servers. These regulations were put in place to promote domestic manufacturing and were originally set to take effect immediately on 3 August 2023. However, after facing resistance from businesses and suppliers, the implementation date was shifted to 1 November 2023. As a result, obtaining a license will now be required for importing these devices into India, creating barriers...