NEW DELHI: In a significant development in India’s cybersecurity landscape, Lt Gen MU Nair has been appointed as the new National Cyber Security Coordinator (NCSC), taking over the reins from Lt Gen (retd.) Dr Rajesh Pant. The announcement was made on Monday, signifying a change in leadership and a renewed focus on bolstering the nation’s cyber defense capabilities.

With his appointment, Lt Gen Nair becomes the third individual to hold the prestigious position of India’s cyber security chief, following in the footsteps of Lt Gen (retd.) Dr Rajesh Pant and the first chief, Gulshan Rai. Lt Gen Nair brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, having previously served as the Signal-officer-in-Chief at the Army Headquarters.

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    The National Cyber Coordination Centre (NCCC), under the purview of the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS), plays a pivotal role in coordinating cybersecurity-related matters across various national agencies. Its primary objectives include generating crucial situational awareness regarding existing and potential cyber threats, promptly alerting relevant agencies during cyber attacks, and facilitating improved cyber intelligence sharing.

At the heart of its operations, the NCCC ensures comprehensive screening of all forms of metadata, fostering better coordination between different intelligence agencies, and streamlining intelligence gathering. Working in conjunction with the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), which oversees the government, public-private, and private sectors, the NCCC strengthens the nation’s cybersecurity landscape.