In an era where surveillance technology plays a critical role in national security, public safety, and private enterprise, India has taken a decisive step toward standardizing the quality and security of closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems. The Standardization Testing and Quality Certification (STQC) Directorate, operating under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has mandated STQC certification for all CCTV cameras and video recorders sold or deployed in India.