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IIT Kanpur, Central Government Join Forces To Prepare 'Cyber Commandos' To Combat Digital Threats—All About It
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In a significant step towards enhancing India’s cybersecurity readiness, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur's C3iHub has launched the “Cyber Commando Training Program,” a specialised six-month residential course designed to equip participants with cutting-edge skills in cybersecurity.
C3iHub is a Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) established at the IIT Kanpur and is funded by the Central government's Department of Science and Technology, under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems.
This "Cyber Commando Training Program" is a collaboration between the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the MHA.
"Under the “Cyber Commando Training Program,” a specialized unit of trained cyber commandos will be established within the states/Union Territories (UTs) and Central Police Organizations (CPOs) to address the growing threats in the nation's cybersecurity landscape," IIT Kanpur said in a statement.
These trained cyber commandos will assist states/UTs and central agencies in safeguarding the digital space, it added.
A total of 38 officials from various central and state police forces will participate in an intensive training programme.
The participants will receive comprehensive, hands-on training in diverse aspects of cybersecurity, equipping them to address complex cyber threats, manage security incidents, and implement robust defence mechanisms across multiple sectors.
"This training program marks a vital step in strengthening India's cybersecurity capabilities. By training skilled professionals, it aims to enhance the nation's resilience against evolving cyber threats," IIT Kanpur said.
