The National Intelligence Grid, created after 26/11 to break agency silos, integrates data from 21 sources for counter-terrorism. Its linkage with the National Population Register raises privacy concerns. A strong legal framework, independent oversight, and privacy-by-design safeguards are vital to balance security with fundamental rights.
Click to View MoreThe National Intelligence Grid operates nationwide, linking travel, financial, and telecom databases to give agencies a real-time view of suspects. It strengthens counter-terrorism and breaks intelligence silos, but raises privacy, cybersecurity, and accountability concerns due to limited legislative backing under the Puttaswamy framework today.
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