Feature image: Maharashtra and L&T Technology Services open the nation’s first integrated cyber command and control center

First on CIO News. 14 October 2024

In an effort to build a secure and resilient digital environment, L&T Technology Services Limited and the Maharashtra State Cyber Department established the nation’s first integrated state-level Cyber Command and Control Center. This center equips vital infrastructure, businesses, and citizens with cutting-edge technology and knowledge to fend off cyberattacks.

Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, officially opened the cutting-edge facility in Mahape. Through this initiative, Maharashtra will be at the vanguard of cybersecurity, facilitating and expediting cybercrime investigations, increasing conviction rates, strengthening police force capabilities, and increasing public awareness of cybercrimes.

This major project for the Maharashtra Cyber department was carried out by L&T Technology Services in collaboration with M/s KPMG Assurance and Consulting Services LLP as a partner in forensics and technology investigation.

The creation of the Cyber Crime Command & Control Centre, CERT-MMaharashtra with AI-based Threat Intelligence tools, a Cyber Centre of Excellence for capacity building and public awareness, and a Technology Assisted Investigation Centre with cutting-edge digital forensic tools are all included in this project.

Through a variety of channels, including 14407 (which will be operational starting on October 15), the web portal, mobile app, and others, the command and control center (CCC) will function as a one-stop shop for all complaint handling. With TAI’s assistance, the Nodal Cyber Police station and the 50 district cyber police stations would look into complaints from citizens and businesses. In the interim, CERT-MH will respond, in concert with other agencies, to cyber incidents pertaining to national security and vital infrastructure. Additionally, CERT-MH will use AI technology to pro-actively supply industry with threat intelligence.

The center’s unique features include:

• Infrastructure for a Dedicated Command and Control Center at Mahape
• Platform integrated with over fifty worldwide forensic technologies, seventeen threat intelligence tools, and thirteen cyber security products that utilize blockchain and artificial intelligence
• Over 150 cybercrime investigators, forensics, and IT specialists
• Allows the state’s fifty geographically dispersed district cyber police stations

“Maharashtra has set a benchmark to provide a world-class platform to tackle cybercrimes with global cutting-edge technologies and highly skilled cyber experts. This ensures the timely resolution of cyber crimes and assures digital safety for citizens, enterprises, and critical infrastructure,” said Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra.

“L&T Technology Services is delighted to collaborate with the Maharashtra State Cyber Department on this groundbreaking project executed in a record time leveraging our experience in setting up and managing 25+ Smart & Safe Cities command centers and Security Operation Centers,” said Amit Chadha, CEO and Managing Director of L&T Technology Services.