The Central government has directed Google and Apple to remove the BAT-BMS app from their app stores after authorities found that it could allegedly be used to disable e-rickshaws remotely. MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan announced the move at the CII Cybersecurity Summit in New Delhi, citing reports that the app allowed vehicles to be switched off without the driver’s knowledge, posing risks to both road safety and drivers’ livelihoods.
BAT-BMS was originally developed as a battery management application for e-rickshaws. Its primary purpose was to help technicians monitor battery parameters such as voltage, temperature, and current to assess battery health and performance. However, concerns emerged after videos showing people allegedly misusing the app went viral online.
Bureau Report
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