NEW DELHI: Bihar’s Director General (Special Branch and Operations) Kundan Krishnan on Monday emphasised that cyber security has become one of the most significant issues affecting public welfare in an era marked by rapid digital advancement and increasing dependence on technology.
Speaking after inaugurating a two-day training workshop on cyber security for police personnel at the Police Headquarters in Patna, Kundan Krishnan underlined the growing importance of safeguarding digital systems and networks against emerging threats.
The workshop has been organised for police officials engaged in cyber security-related duties and aims to strengthen their capabilities in tackling cybercrime and protecting citizens from online fraud.
Addressing the participants, Kundan Krishnan said, “Cybersecurity has become an important issue in the fields of banking, e-commerce, communication, electricity supply, transport and other sectors”.
He noted that the expanding use of digital platforms across essential services has made cyber security a critical concern for both governments and citizens.
The senior police officer urged the attending officials to remain abreast of the constantly evolving methods employed by cyber criminals. He stressed the need for continuous learning and adaptation, calling upon officers to equip themselves with the latest technological tools and knowledge to effectively counter cyber threats.
He also highlighted the importance of public awareness initiatives in preventing cyber fraud and protecting vulnerable sections of society.
Kundan Krishnan further advised police personnel to focus on the development of indigenous technologies capable of identifying cyber threats at an early stage.
Such innovations, he said, would not only help in preventing cyber attacks but would also facilitate quicker detection and investigation of cyber offences. This, in turn, would enable law enforcement agencies to deliver timely justice to victims of cyber fraud.
Outlining the expanding scope of cyber security as a professional field, he observed that significant opportunities are emerging for both police personnel and members of the public who acquire expertise in cyber security.
According to him, the growing digital ecosystem has created a strong demand for skilled professionals capable of addressing increasingly sophisticated cyber challenges.
Among the senior officers present on the inaugural day of the workshop was Amrit Raj, Additional Director General (CCSU), who highlighted the work being carried out by cyber units at the district level, along with other officials associated with cyber security initiatives in the state.