MeitY Holds National Workshop to Strengthen Cyber Security Frameworks for State Data
States, UTs discuss cybersecurity preparedness, DPDP compliance and institutional reforms ahead of national policy framework
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) organised a National Consultative Workshop on “Strengthening Cyber Security Frameworks for State Data” at The Ashok Hotel, New Delhi, on 11 May 2026. The workshop was chaired by MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan, and attended by senior officials from States and Union Territories, along with representatives from CERT-In, NIC, NeGD and MeitY.
The workshop marked the second stage of MeitY’s four-stage national initiative aimed at developing a comprehensive cybersecurity framework for State governments. The initiative follows directions issued by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 5th National Conference of Chief Secretaries and seeks structured consultations with all States and Union Territories.
Addressing participants, S. Krishnan stressed that cybersecurity is a governance responsibility and not merely a technical function. He highlighted the growing responsibility of State governments in safeguarding...
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