New Delhi: India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) organised a Capacity Building Programme on Cyber Security to strengthen cyber security awareness, improve digital competencies, and promote a culture of cyber resilience among its employees.
The initiative was conducted in line with the Government of India’s Cyber Surakshit Bharat Programme, which aims to encourage secure digital governance and strengthen cyber preparedness across public sector organisations.
Workshop Focused on Cyber Security Awareness and Best Practices
The workshop was conducted by Prof. Amit Dubey, an IIT alumnus, nationally recognised cyber security expert, cyber-crime investigator, and acclaimed author known for his work on cyber-crime investigations.
During the interactive session, Prof. Dubey shared practical insights on:
- Emerging cyber threats
- Cyber hygiene and safe online practices
- Data protection
- Cyber fraud prevention
- Organisational cyber resilience
- Digital risk management
The session included real-life cyber incidents, case studies, and practical scenarios to help employees understand evolving cyber risks and adopt effective preventive measures.
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ITDC Employees Trained on Secure Digital Practices
The programme was attended by ITDC Directors, Division Heads, and employees from various departments.
Participants received guidance on:
- Cyber security compliance
- Safe digital communication
- Protecting organisational data
- Responding to cyber threats
- Best practices for securing digital assets
The training also introduced employees to practical tools and strategies for strengthening organisational cyber security.
MD Mugdha Sinha Highlights Importance of Cyber Security
Addressing the participants, ITDC Managing Director Mugdha Sinha, IAS, stressed that cyber security has become an essential pillar of India’s digital transformation.
She said that as digital technologies play a larger role in governance and public service delivery, cyber security must become an integral part of professional work culture.
According to her, building a cyber-aware and digitally resilient workforce aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a digitally empowered India, where every employee contributes to secure governance through awareness, vigilance, and responsible digital behaviour.
Prof. Amit Dubey Calls Employees the First Line of Defence
Speaking during the workshop, Prof. Amit Dubey highlighted that technology alone cannot protect organisations from cyber threats.
He said every employee plays a crucial role in strengthening cyber resilience through informed and responsible digital practices.
He emphasized that cultivating awareness, accountability, and vigilance among employees is one of the most effective ways to safeguard organisations against increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks.
Building a Cyber-Aware Workforce
The programme encouraged participants to adopt proactive cyber security measures by:
- Practising good cyber hygiene
- Improving digital risk awareness
- Promoting secure communication
- Protecting organisational information systems
- Supporting a resilient digital ecosystem
With cyber threats becoming more complex, ITDC said such initiatives are essential for strengthening institutional cyber preparedness and ensuring secure governance practices.
About ITDC
India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) is a public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. Established in 1966, ITDC plays a key role in promoting tourism by managing hotels, hospitality services, duty-free shops, travel and tourism infrastructure, event management, and other tourism-related services while supporting the growth of India’s tourism sector.
