Kohima: Nagaland has achieved significant progress in digital governance, though state officials acknowledge that further expansion of services is necessary. Speaking at a consultative workshop in Kohima, Commissioner and Secretary for Information Technology and Communication, Arenla Jamir, highlighted that platforms like the CMHIS and e-Treasury have modernized service delivery by removing the need for in-person office visits.
While digital transformation has improved administrative efficiency, Jamir warned that it has simultaneously increased the risks surrounding sensitive data. She noted that cybersecurity is a collective duty rather than just the burden of IT departments. She stated, "Cybersecurity is no longer the sole responsibility of IT departments, but a shared responsibility requiring awareness, preparedness and commitment from all government offices and employees handling digital information."
The workshop serves as part of a national effort to assess cybersecurity readiness following directives from the Prime Minister. Recommendations generated during this session will be forwarded to the Central Ministry for inclusion in a national policy expected in August 2026. Experts from the National Informatics Centre and the National e-Governance Division emphasized that maintaining high-quality data is essential to avoid system vulnerabilities and to prepare for the integration of artificial intelligence.
Director of IT and Communication, Sabou Yashu, urged participants to prioritize the institutionalization of data protection. The event brought together representatives from government departments, law enforcement, and technical sectors to foster cross-departmental collaboration and ensure a secure future for Nagaland digital infrastructure.
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