‘Is this just a coincidence?’, netizens ask as govt restricts import of laptops days after JioE book launch

The Indian authorities at the moment carried out import restrictions on laptops, tablets, and sure sorts of computer systems, citing safety considerations and the will to spice up home manufacturing. This measure is not going to solely restrict the inflow of those merchandise from nations like China and Korea but in addition require importers to acquire authorities permission or licenses for inbound shipments.

As per a authorities notification, the import of restricted objects can be allowed solely towards a legitimate license. However, the curbs is not going to be relevant to imports underneath Baggage Rules.

“Exemption from import licensing is allowed for one laptop computer, pill, all-in-one Personal Computer or Ultra small kind issue Computer, together with these bought from e-commerce portals, by way of put up or courier, topic to relevant responsibility cost,” reads a notification issued by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

The announcement comes days after Reliance Jio launched its affordable JioBook laptop in the country.

Internet users, as always, are reacting to the news announcement in their unique ways. Here are some of the posts shared by users on X social media platform (formerly known as Twitter).

“Aug. 1: Jio launched their laptop computer ‘Jiobook’ at 16,499.

Aug. 3: Govt restricted the import of laptops, tablets, and computer systems.

Aap chronology samajhiye,” tweeted a person.