Two-Day Conclave on Cyber Security SHIELD 2025 concluded

Hyderabad: The Two Day Conclave on Cyber Security SHIELD 2025 concluded at HICC on Wednesday evening

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The chief guest at the closing ceremony was Jayesh Ranjan, Special Chief Secretary of the Industries & Commerce (I&C) and Information Technology (IT) Departments of the Telangana government.  Speaking on the occasion he appreciated the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau for a maiden successful conclave. 

Recalling the launch of the Digital India initiative by the Prime Minister of India several years ago where he talked about a war, while there was no such physical war going on then. He was referring to Cyber Warfare which seems a reality now. ‘

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The demonetisation in the year 2016 and subsequent developments fueled by Covid, popularized digital transactions in India.  The society has become increasingly digitized, so too have cyber security threats grown significantly. To counter this a two-factor authentication was introduced.  People ridiculed it and thought it was not necessary. But, the faster they realise sooner the better for their secured digital footprint., he added

Enterprises and Startups must start focusing on Cybersecurity and secure their organisations from cyber threats.  Let startups not think Cyber Security is only for big companies and tech giants. Enterprises are the backbone of new India.  They are the growth engines of the Indian economy.  

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Cyber Security threats loom large to them like any other organisation.  From malicious software to ransomware attacks to phishing, they are no exception and are prone to cyberattacks like any other organisation. Cybersecurity is an aspect every startup requires to pay special attention to.  Don’t think Cybersecurity is only for big companies and tech giants.  A data breach could cost their newly founded business dearly, it can hurt their reputation, and jeopardise their future, he said.

Governments are no exception.  Half of the responsibility of the government is to protect government assets.  The onus of ensuring a Safe & Resilient Cyber Space in Telangana State was given to the Security Operations Centre (SOC).

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It was set up in 2017 to deploy capabilities to shield Government assets from cyber threats and attacks at the State Data Centre (SDC). Not a single security threat occurred in the last so many years.  Telangana police have time again proved their mettle.  They have solved the most complicated cyber security cases.  Our state police today enjoy a stellar reputation said Mr. Jayesh Ranjan. 

He appreciated the SHIELD for forging MoUs with IIT Hyderabad, ISB and NALSAR.  I suggest that they must also look at C-DAC, the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing.

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It’s an autonomous scientific society in India that conducts research and development in the fields of IT and electronics for partnership. Another equally important centre is the Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) which catalyses innovation, entrepreneurship and capability building in cybersecurity and privacy. Whatever we do, crimes will never stop.  So bring partners, he told

Mr Rajan also emphasised the importance of AI and reminded that Telangana was one of the first states in India to come out with an AI roadmap for ten years. 

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DGP Dr Jitenter who was the guest of honour at the closing said SHIELD 2025 served the purpose for which it was organised.  Working together and working with each other is very important in any pioneering effort.  Innocent people are losing money in cyber frauds. 

We must ensure that their hard-earned money is not lost. The state is a pioneer in setting up the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB).  Its mission is to create a secure digital environment through transparent, unbiased, and efficient practices supported by cutting-edge technology and advanced forensic expertise. Law enforcement cannot work in isolation.  All stakeholders must work in tandem, he said.

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Shikha Goel, Director of TGCSB said the maiden attempt of SHIELD 2025 was worth its effort. We toiled hard for two months to put up this show together. It is very satisfying, she said. 

The key focus areas for SHIELD were Ransomware and Cryptocurrency; Deepfakes and social media; Cyber Resilience for MSMEs; Decoding Nation-State Actors; Protecting Women in the Digital Age; Mule Hunters, Breaking the chain; AI to Redefine Defense strategies; Securing the Supply Chain; Shielding innocence – Combatting CSEAM and VOIP Vigilantes: Internet-based scams. Ms Shika Goel shared. 

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The conclave witnessed the representation of 1000 delegates from 14 states.  Besides talks, panels, and workshops, an immersive experience zone created exclusively featured cutting-edge Technology Experience Zone, an interactive passage where delegates could engage directly with the most advanced innovations in cybersecurity.

We have forged partnerships with ISB, IIT Hyderabad and NALSAR University. We will soon formalise this partnership by exchanging MoUs with them, the officer announced. The launch of the Cyber Fusion Centre (CFC); the Child Protection Unit (CPU) and the Security Operations Centre (SOC) during the opening marks significant milestones, she said.

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Mr Avinash Mohanty, Commissioner of Police, Cyberabad in his welcome address described the conclave as an event of two full days of learning. 

Day two of the Conclave had many panel discussions and talks. 

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Mr Joel David, Jt CP; Mr Harshvardhan IPS, SP, Cybersecurity & Admin, Mr. Devender Singh, SP Cybercrime, officers from Cyberabad police viz; Madhapur DCP Vineet Kumar; Mr Naved Khan, CEO, SCSC graced the occasion.

Mr. Ramesh Kaza, Secretary General of SCSC proposed a vote of thanks.

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