Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
Union home minister Amit Shah announced the formation of 5,000 cyber commandos in the next five years to combat cyber threats. He also inaugurated a Cyber Fraud Mitigation Centre and a suspect registry. The commandos will respond swiftly to cyber threats, and the registry will store details of cyber criminals for easier access by law enforcement agencies.
Terming cyber security as essential for national security, Shah emphasized the importance of ensuring cyber security for the country’s growth. The Cyber Fraud Mitigation Centre will facilitate immediate action and cooperation among various stakeholders to combat online financial crimes. The Samanvaya platform was also launched to act as a one-stop portal for cybercrime data sharing and coordination among law enforcement agencies.
Amit Shah’s announcement marks a significant step towards strengthening India’s cyber security capabilities and enhancing coordination among various stakeholders involved in combating cyber threats.
