Under the DPDP Act, a DPB consisting of a chairperson and members appointed by the central government, will be set up. On receipt of an intimation of personal data breach, the DPB can direct any urgent remedial or mitigation measures, and inquire into such breach, and impose penalty as provided in this Act.
While the DPDP Act does not enlist the necessary qualifications of a DPO, every DPO should need to exhibit expertise in data protection law and practices.
Currently, Krishnan is serving as Chief Secretary in the Industries, Investment, Promotion and Commerce Department in Tamil Nadu, , IAS S Krishnan, MeitY Secretary, Semiconductor Mission, DPDP Act
Data Protection Rules: During a fireside chat session with students at Delhi University, Chandrasekhar said the government is ready with the rules and will notify the Data Protection Board (DPB) soon, and added that the migration to the new regime should not lead to any disruption in the businesses.