In a significant stride towards fortifying national security in the digital realm, General Anil Chauhan, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), presided over the ‘Ex Cyber Suraksha-2024’ exercise. This comprehensive integrated multi-organisation drill, held with meticulous precision, aimed at bolstering cyber defence capabilities and crafting a unified and robust cyber defence framework.
The exercise, which unfolded against the backdrop of escalating cyber threats worldwide, drew participation from a myriad of stakeholders spanning government agencies, armed forces, intelligence bodies, and private sector entities.
With an emphasis on synergy and collaboration, ‘Ex Cyber Suraksha-2024’ sought to simulate real-world cyber warfare scenarios, enabling participants to refine their strategies, techniques, and procedures for countering evolving cyber threats.
During his address at the culmination of the exercise, General Anil Chauhan underscored the critical imperative of jointness among all stakeholders operating in the cyber domain.
He emphasized that in an increasingly interconnected world, where the cyber landscape knows no borders, concerted efforts and seamless coordination are indispensable to safeguarding national interests and ensuring cyber resilience.
“The cyber domain presents a unique set of challenges that necessitate a unified and cohesive response from all stakeholders,” remarked General Chauhan. “Ex Cyber Suraksha-2024 exemplifies our collective commitment to fostering a collaborative environment wherein we can pool our resources, expertise, and intelligence to effectively mitigate cyber threats and safeguard our digital assets.”
Commending the initiative for its role in nurturing a culture of collaboration and information-sharing, the CDS lauded the unwavering dedication and professionalism exhibited by the participants and staff throughout the exercise. He reiterated the importance of continuous training, innovation, and adaptation in staying ahead of adversaries in the cyber domain.
‘Ex Cyber Suraksha-2024’ not only served as a platform for honing technical proficiency and operational readiness but also facilitated constructive dialogue and knowledge exchange among participants from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
By fostering interdisciplinary cooperation and leveraging the collective wisdom of experts from various sectors, the exercise laid the groundwork for building a resilient cyber defence ecosystem capable of withstanding the most sophisticated cyber threats.
As the digital landscape continues to evolve at breakneck speed, with new technologies and vulnerabilities emerging incessantly, initiatives like ‘Ex Cyber Suraksha-2024’ assume paramount significance in fortifying the nation’s cyber defences and ensuring its preparedness to navigate the challenges of the digital age.
With General Anil Chauhan’s steadfast leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing cyber defence capabilities, the armed forces are poised to tackle emerging cyber threats with unparalleled agility and resilience, thus safeguarding the nation’s security in cyberspace.
