The Defence Cyber Agency, under the aegis of Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff, has launched a comprehensive cyber security exercise titled ‘Cyber Suraksha’ to enhance cyber resilience at the national level. The exercise began on June 16 and will run until June 27, 2025, involving over 100 participants from key national-level defence agencies and stakeholders.
‘Cyber Suraksha’ is a multi-phased initiative aimed at simulating real-world cyber threats and testing the preparedness and responsiveness of participating personnel in a fast-paced, gamified environment. The exercise integrates structured learning modules with hands-on cyber challenge scenarios, empowering participants to respond decisively to emerging threats.
A key highlight of the exercise is the Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) conclave, which focuses on the strategic leadership aspects of cybersecurity. The conclave includes sessions by eminent experts and culminates in a high-impact Table-Top Exercise designed to enhance coordination and decision-making at leadership levels.
The Defence Cyber Agency has positioned ‘Cyber Suraksha’ as part of its broader strategy to foster a security-first mindset across all levels of the defence ecosystem. The agency plans to hold such exercises regularly to ensure continuous readiness and to promote a culture of proactive cyber defence.
By combining technical training with leadership engagement, ‘Cyber Suraksha’ represents a significant step in India’s efforts to strengthen its cyber infrastructure and respond effectively to evolving cyber threats.
