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IIT Kanpur to Build and Run ₹104 Crore Cybersecurity Centre for Uttar Pradesh
✍️ India Today
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 01:35 PM
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IIT Kanpur will establish and operate a Rs 104 crore cybersecurity centre for Uttar Pradesh, aiming to bolster the state's digital defence capabilities.
IIT Kanpur has announced plans to set up a dedicated cybersecurity centre for the state of Uttar Pradesh, with an investment of Rs 104 crore. The institute will also take charge of operating the facility once it is functional.
The centre is expected to serve as a hub for advanced cyber‑security research, training and incident response, supporting both government agencies and private sector entities in the region.
The project underscores the growing focus on cyber resilience across India and aligns with broader governmental initiatives to enhance the country's digital infrastructure and safeguard critical data.
The centre is expected to serve as a hub for advanced cyber‑security research, training and incident response, supporting both government agencies and private sector entities in the region.
The project underscores the growing focus on cyber resilience across India and aligns with broader governmental initiatives to enhance the country's digital infrastructure and safeguard critical data.