Algorithmic Models & DPDPA: What Data Fiduciaries Must Know

This report explains how India’s DPDP Act and Rules make Significant Data Fiduciaries accountable for algorithmic and statistical models that process personal data, detailing practical governance actions (data flow mapping, integrating models into DPIAs and audits, rigorous documentation, vendor due diligence, and ongoing performance monitoring) and clarifying that while explainability and public disclosure of model logic aren’t mandated, fiduciaries must govern outcomes; it also highlights how Seqrite’s solutions can support operationalizing compliance.