India has marked a significant milestone in its cybersecurity efforts by achieving top Tier i.e. Tier 1 status in the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) 2024, published by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). With a remarkable score of 98.49 out of 100, India joins the ranks of \u2018role-modelling\u2019 countries, demonstrating a strong commitment to cybersecurity practices across the globe.<\/p>\n
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) played a pivotal role as the nodal agency representing India in the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) 2024. Shri Jyotiraditya M Scindia, Hon\u2019ble Minister of Communications, hailed the accomplishment as a Proud Moment for Bharat. He said, \u201cThis stellar achievement reflects our unwavering commitment to cybersecurity and highlights the remarkable growth of India’s telecom sector.\u201d<\/p>\n
The GCI 2024 assessed national efforts based on five pillars: legal,technical, organizational, capacity development, and cooperation. The comprehensive questionnaire includes 83 questions, covering 20 indicators, 64 sub-indicators, and 28 micro-indicators, ensuring a thorough evaluation of each country\u2019s cybersecurity landscape.<\/p>\n
India’s strong performance in cybersecurity is driven by a series of initiatives and measures undertaken by the Government of India to enhance cyber resilience and establish robust frameworks for cybercrime laws and cybersecurity standards. The country\u2019s legalinstitutions are well-prepared to address cybersecurity challenges and combat cybercrime, ensuring the protection of its digital infrastructure. Additionally, Sectoral Computer Incident Response Teams (CSIRTs) provide sector-specific technical support and incident reporting, further strengthening India\u2019s cybersecurity capabilities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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