New Delhi, Aug. 8 -- In a significant step towards strengthening cyber security preparedness in the aviation sector, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Airport Sector signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar) on August 7 for conducting a specialised six-week residential Cyber Security Training Programme for CISF personnel.

The initiative is in pursuance of the vision articulated by the Prime Minister during the DsGP/IsGP Conference-2024 and the directions of the Union Home Minister for developing a cyber-capable security force and strengthening dedicated cyber commando capabilities in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and State Police organisations, according to the relea...