New Delhi – On 10th January 2025, Karuna Foundation successfully hosted the Cybersecurity Seminar as part of the 3rd Advocacy Programme under the Viksit Bharat @ 2047 Lecture Series. Held at the C.D. Deshmukh Auditorium, India International Centre, Max Mueller Marg, New Delhi, the event was a resounding success, featuring insightful discussions on enhancing India’s digital defense capabilities.
Highlights of the Event:
The seminar witnessed the esteemed presence of:
Maj. Gen. M.U. Nair (Retd.), Advisor, Ministry of Defence, who shared insights on building India’s Generative AI-driven cyber defense ecosystem.
Shri B. Shankar Jaiswal, IPS, Joint CP, Delhi Police, who delivered a session on the importance of Zero Trust architecture and AI security.
Lt. Gen. Rajesh Pant (Retd.), Ex-National Cybersecurity Advisor to the Hon’ble Prime Minister, who emphasized AI’s transformative role in India’s cybersecurity landscape.
FCS Nesar Ahmad, Council Member, ICSI, MoCA, and Former International President, ICSI, Geneva, speaking on governance in cybersecurity.
Shri Devendra Pratap Singh, CEO, HITES, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, discussing AI’s applications in healthcare cybersecurity.
Additionally, CEOs and representatives from leading cybersecurity solution providers such as Fortinet, Paradigm IT, and Savex, along with esteemed professors from IIT Delhi and prominent cybersecurity experts, enriched the seminar with their expertise.
Key Takeaways:
The programme explored innovative cybersecurity frameworks, including Zero Trust and Generative AI, addressing pressing challenges in India’s digital landscape. It fostered collaboration among government officials, industry leaders, and academia, paving the way for robust policy development and capacity building.
Founder’s Note:
Shri Kundan Kumar Jha, Founder of Karuna Foundation, expressed his gratitude, saying, “This seminar is a pivotal step toward realizing the vision of a secure and self-reliant India under the Viksit Bharat @ 2047 initiative. We are proud to host thought leaders and experts driving transformative change in cybersecurity.”