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Shillong: The Meghalaya government officially began consultations for a new state cybersecurity policy on June 11 to address the escalating threat of ransomware, data breaches, and digital infrastructure risks. Representatives from law enforcement, national cybersecurity agencies, and technology institutions gathered at Lok Bhavan to discuss building a more resilient digital framework for the state.
Pravin Bakshi, the Commissioner and Secretary for Information Technology and Communications, emphasized the administration's focus on securing government data and digital governance systems. During the workshop, he stated, "The Government of Meghalaya is very keen and committed to a comprehensive and robust cybersecurity policy."
This initiative follows national guidance from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, which recently encouraged states to develop dedicated security policies. Meghalaya's proposed strategy includes establishing a state-level Computer Emergency Response Team, known as MeghCERT, and appointing Chief Information Security Officers across various government departments to oversee digital safety.
The state intends to bolster its defenses through improved encryption, tighter access controls, and enhanced cloud infrastructure. Additionally, the policy will focus on ensuring compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act of 2023. Experts from national bodies, including the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team and the National Informatics Centre, provided technical guidance during the event to help shape a framework centered on risk assessment, incident response, and public awareness.
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