Maharashtra Prepares for Cyber Attack Amid Rising Tensions
The state's preparedness measures include a focus on maritime security, social media monitoring, and cyber audits, with the goal of countering potential threats and ensuring public safety. The government's efforts are a response to the rising tensions between India and Pakistan, and are aimed at protecting citizens and critical infrastructure.
The Maharashtra government has set up war rooms in various districts to monitor the situation amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, with a focus on enhancing maritime security and countering potential cyber attacks on critical government infrastructure.
Chief Minister and Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis held a high-level meeting to review the situation, directing the police cyber cell to monitor social media and take immediate action against individuals filming military preparation activities and broadcasting them on social media. The Indian Coast Guard is at its highest level of readiness, deploying sea platforms off the coast of Mumbai and Maharashtra to deal with any emergency.
The government has also established a surveillance system, the Coastal Surveillance Network (CSN), to monitor the coastline and islands, and has directed municipal bodies to collaborate with housing societies to create awareness on blackouts. The Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) includes mock drills in every district, coordination with hospitals during a blackout, and a cyber audit to counter potential cyber attacks.
The Maharashtra government's efforts to enhance security and prepare for potential threats come amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, and are aimed at ensuring the safety and well-being of citizens in the state. With emergency funds being provided to each district collector and a system set up to provide citizens with up-to-date and accurate information, the government is taking a proactive approach to addressing the situation.