The STQC criteria to be implemented from April 9 is expected to keep Chinese firms away from the domestic market. , Photo Credit: V. Raju
The trade war between the United States and China is expected to create business opportunities for Indian CCTV manufacturers to export the US, which is probably the largest market for the device in terms of value. Although the US had banned CCTV cameras in government procurement due to allegations of cyber security violations, the private sector sour. But this can decrease due to steep tariffs.
“This trade war is going on between China and America, it also brings a big opportunity for domestic manufacturers like us, even to export for us,” Sanjeev Sehgal, Founder and Managing Director, Spars CCTV, said among the top three players in the segment.
“We are working hard how we can get maximum profit from it,” Mr. Sehgal told Hindu,
He said, “Because there is no clarity now, we need to see once that all things go and decide. Therefore, we are watching a good number of inquiries with us,” he said.
To start, the firm will export to the US and based on the opportunity, it can set up a manufacturing unit there.
Sparsh CCTV has already established a subsidiary in the US and is setting up a joint venture in Saudi Arabia to expand in those major markets.
Expected increase
The company, which began focusing on exports from January this year, is expecting to grow by 1-2% of the turnover by about 20% of this financial year.
India’s decision to keep Chinese CCTV companies out of the domestic market is expected to benefit local firms IKE Sparsh by making compulsory testing and quality certification (STQC) for suppliers, which is the first unit to receive such authentication. This requirement has come into force from April 9, 2025.
New criteria
“After April 9, all CCTV cameras sold in India are to be certified according to the new BIS er norms. Therefore, CCTV cameras approved by BIS can only be sold, rented, hired, stored, or even given.”
“Which is originally ER tests and certification from STQC, which is the test standard and certification body under the Ministry of Electronics,” he said.
Railway contract
Saying that the government’s policy has started benefiting Indian firms, he said, “We have got some great success. One of the big successes is Railways. Therefore, we are doing about 5,000 railway stations all over India.”
He said that this regulation and export opportunities to the US will increase by 100% in the company’s versions this year.
“We believe that we should increase the minimum 100%, as most Chinese brands will not be able to obtain certification, with this new regulation. [BIS] Asking for the source code and everything, ”he said.
Chinese control
Chinese firms control 75% in India’s estimated of 12,000 crore CCTV markets, growing in CAGR of 20%.
To meet the demand, the company will invest ₹ 300 crore in three years to expand the capacity. It is estimated to grow from 1 million units to 1 million units 10 times a year in a month in three to four years.
Published – 26 April, 2025 11:20 pm IST
