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IIT Kanpur to Lead UP's Rs 104 Crore Cybersecurity Centre
✍️ India Today
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 01:38 PM
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IIT Kanpur has been selected to establish and operate a state-of-the-art cybersecurity centre in Uttar Pradesh, valued at Rs 104 crore.
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur is set to take the lead in establishing a major cybersecurity infrastructure in Uttar Pradesh. The institute has been entrusted with the task of setting up and operating a dedicated cybersecurity centre, marking a significant step in the state's digital defense strategy.
The project carries a total valuation of Rs 104 crore, reflecting the substantial investment being made to bolster the region's technological security capabilities. By leveraging the academic and research expertise of IIT Kanpur, the centre aims to address emerging cyber threats effectively.
This initiative is expected to play a crucial role in enhancing the state's readiness against cyber attacks while fostering a specialized talent pool in the field of information security. The collaboration between the premier institute and the state government underscores a commitment to robust digital governance and protection of critical data assets.
The project carries a total valuation of Rs 104 crore, reflecting the substantial investment being made to bolster the region's technological security capabilities. By leveraging the academic and research expertise of IIT Kanpur, the centre aims to address emerging cyber threats effectively.
This initiative is expected to play a crucial role in enhancing the state's readiness against cyber attacks while fostering a specialized talent pool in the field of information security. The collaboration between the premier institute and the state government underscores a commitment to robust digital governance and protection of critical data assets.