Bharat National Cyber Security Exercise (Bharat NCX 2024)

About Bharat NCX 2024:

• It is a landmark initiative to fortify India’s cybersecurity resilience.
• It is being conducted by the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) Government of India in strategic partnership with Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU).
• This flagship event serves as a unifying platform for over 300 participants, representing a diverse spectrum of government agencies, public organizations, and the private sector, all resolutely committed to the safeguarding of critical information infrastructure through training sessions, Live Fire, and Strategic exercises.
• Key Features:
  • The exercise includes immersive training on cyber defense and incident response, live-fire simulations of cyberattacks on IT and OT systems, and collaborative platforms for government and industry stakeholders.
  • A Strategic Decision-Making Exercisewill bring together senior management from across sectors to simulate decision-making in a national-level cyber crisis, enhancing their ability to respond to high-pressure situations with strategic acumen.
  • The CISO’s Conclavewill feature Chief Information Security Officers from the government, public, and private sectors sharing insights, participating in panel discussions, and exploring the latest trends and government initiatives in cybersecurity.
  • On the sidelines, the Bharat Cybersecurity Startup Exhibitionwill showcase innovative solutions from Indian startups, emphasizing their role in enhancing the nation's cybersecurity infrastructure.
  • The exercise also highlights leadership engagement and capacity building, fostering a unified approach to emerging cyber challenges.