Tamil Nadu’s Information Technology Minister, Palanivel Thiagarajan, has announced that the state has taken proactive measures to bolster cybersecurity by blocking over 80,000 suspicious IP addresses through the Tamil Nadu Computer Emergency Response Team (TN-CERT).
In a recent statement, the Minister highlighted that the state’s first Cyber Security Policy was introduced in 2020, aimed at safeguarding its digital infrastructure and IT services. Recognizing the evolving nature of cyber threats and the rapid growth of technologies such as cloud computing, the government introduced an updated Cyber Security Policy 2.0 in 2024. This updated framework includes modern security practices tailored to today’s digital landscape.
To implement this policy effectively, the Department of Information Technology and Digital Services established TN-CERT, in partnership with ELCOT and the Advanced Computing Development Centre. This dedicated team functions as an autonomous unit, supporting all government departments in managing and protecting their digital assets.
Currently, TN-CERT is responsible for overseeing the cybersecurity of over 500 government websites and maintaining around 1,200 IT assets across departments. To build cyber awareness and preparedness, the team has conducted 130 specialized training programs, reaching 3,200 government officials.
Furthermore, the state has appointed 36 Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and 103 Information Security Officers (ISOs) to various departments to ensure continuous oversight and rapid response to potential threats.
Among the significant achievements highlighted was the identification and blocking of 80,039 potentially harmful IP addresses unique identifiers for devices connected to the internet that posed a threat to the state’s digital ecosystem.
These efforts reflect Tamil Nadu’s growing emphasis on cybersecurity and digital resilience as it continues to expand its digital infrastructure.
(With inputs from Hindu Tamil)
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