India’s Undersea Cable Security Gap Highlighted in Telangana Today Opinion

Telangana Today ran an editorial titled “India’s undersea cable security gap—what China got right”, drawing attention to vulnerabilities in the nation’s submarine fiber‑optic network. The piece argues that India’s critical communications infrastructure lacks the comprehensive safeguards that China has recently implemented, exposing the country to potential disruptions or espionage. While the article does not cite specific incidents, it underscores the strategic importance of protecting undersea cables that carry a large share of international data traffic. Experts cited in the opinion suggest that strengthening monitoring, rapid response mechanisms, and international cooperation could narrow the security gap. The editorial calls on policymakers to prioritize investment and policy reforms to bring India’s undersea cable security on par with global best practices.