Raksha Rajya Mantri inaugurates second phase of Cyber Centre of Excellence and Research, a collaboration between USI - CyberPeace in New Delhi

Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth on 14 August, 2024 inaugurated second phase of the Cyber Center of Excellence (CCoE), a collaboration between the United Services Institution (USI) and CyberPeace, a global NGO working on cyber security. He also unveiled Research Chairs of Excellence and Distinguished Fellows, aimed at enhancing the Centre's capacity to lead in Cyber security innovation and research. Building on the success of the first phase, the second phase further strengthens the Center's mission to advance Tech Policy Research, conduct Cyber Exercises, and enhance capacity-building initiatives, critical to national and global security in the digital age

Speaking on the occasion, Shri Sanjay Seth said that cyber security has emerged as foundation of National security, economic stability and social welfare as modern life is being integrated with digital technologies. There is no doubt that the fast pace of technological progression opens new vistas of opportunities but it also brings the associated challenges which must be resolved without losing time.

Raksha Rajya Mantri added that innovation and excellence does not come just from giving people incentives, rather it comes from creating an environment where these ideas can connect. The initiative taken by USI in opening of excellence centre reflects this idea, he said. The minister commended USI and CyberPeace Foundation for their initiative in creating a secured and vigilant digital environment.

On the sidelines of the event, the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) signed an MoU with USI to recognize Cyber Security Qualifications and launch new short-term and long-term courses in Cyber Security/Information Security. The MoU aims to build capacity across India to train the veterans, family and Agniveers, enhancing their employability and contributing to cyber peace.

The USI-CyberPeace Center of Excellence is dedicated to advancing cyber security through a comprehensive approach that includes pioneering research, cutting-edge technological advancements, and global collaboration. The Center focuses on developing innovative solutions in areas like AI, Quantum Computing, and Block chain, while also providing extensive training and capacity-building programs to equip cyber security professionals with essential skills. By fostering international partnerships, conducting sophisticated cyber exercises, and advocating for stronger cyber security policies, the Center aims to enhance global cyber resilience, protect critical infrastructure, and contribute significantly to the international cyber security discourse. The first phase of CCoE was launched in February, 2024.

*****

ABB/SR/GC