Google India responds to Rs 936.44 crore penalty: Here’s what the company said

A day after the Competition Commission of India (CCI) imposed a penalty of Rs 936.44 crore on Google for abusing its dominant position with respect to its Play Store policies, the company has responded by saying that Indian developers have benefitted from the flexibility that Android and Google Play provide.

Google’s response
“Indian developers have benefited from the technology, security, consumer protections, and unrivalled choice and flexibility that Android and Google Play provide. And, by keeping costs low, our model has powered India’s digital transformation and expanded access for hundreds of millions of Indians. We remain committed to our users and developers and are reviewing the decision to evaluate the next steps,” a Google spokesperson said in a statement.