Author Archives: Vijayashankar Na

When we last conducted a C.DPO.DA. program on November 1 and 2 at Mumbai, we called it an “Elite DPO” program because we had added DGPSI-AI into the curriculum which otherwise included the basic DPDPA law and Implementation challenges along … Continue reading →

On 19th November 2025, the EU has proposed some amendments to GDPR through the “Digital omnibus Regulation” package which could be effective later in the year after necessary approval formalities. The Digital omnibus package includes the Data Act which introduces  … Continue reading →

The C.DPO.DA. program conducted by Naavi/FDPPI is unique since those who attend the program and get certified by passing the examination, will get a free membership of FDPPI for one year along with an opportunity for receiving ongoing mentoring to … Continue reading →

This is in continuation of my response to the question raised by a professional on why anybody should chose FDPPI Certification instead of other certifications available at a  lesser cost. Naavi’s views on the commoditization of ” CDPO” as a  … Continue reading →

The Indigo fiasco is a good education for all organizations and the MeitY regarding DPDPA Compliance  deadline which comes on 13th May 2027. The problem of INDIGO was directly related to their stubborn attitude to refuse regulatory compliance  and challenging … Continue reading →