Governance Now CYBER SABHA

CYBER SABHA

CXO Boardroom Discussion

Fortifying Railways Infrastructure for Safety and Resilience in the Digital Era

Security and cybersecurity are paramount considerations in the operation of rail and metro systems, as they play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of passengers, the protection of critical infrastructure, and the prevention of potential cyber threats. With the increasing digitization of rail and metro systems, a robust cybersecurity infrastructure is essential. Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and secure communication protocols are deployed to protect against cyber threats, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of data. A holistic approach to security and cybersecurity in rail and metro systems involves a combination of physical security measures, robust cybersecurity infrastructure, employee training, and adherence to regulatory standards.

By addressing these aspects comprehensively, rail and metro operators can create a secure environment, safeguarding both the physical and digital elements of their transportation networks. Rail and metro systems store sensitive data related to passengers, schedules, and operations. Ensuring the protection of this data is crucial to prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, and potential misuse. Encryption and secure storage practices are employed to safeguard sensitive information. The integration of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, is considered for advanced threat detection and predictive analysis to stay ahead of evolving cybersecurity threats.

Governance Now, the premier publication on public policy and governance from Sri Adhikari Brothers Network is organizing the Railtech Cyber sabha on 14th March 2024 at New Delhi. The roundtable discussion is a significant initiative that acknowledges the importance of a robust cybersecurity infrastructure, innovation and technology in providing an efficient and reliable transport system.

Date: 14th March 2024
Venue: Le Meridien, New Delhi
Time: 11.30 am – 01.30 pm
Format: Roundtable Discussion
Topic: Cybersecurity: Fortifying Transport Infrastructures for Safety and Resilience in the Digital Era

Key Speakers


Ms. Haritima Jaipuriar
Group General Manager CC & CISO
Railtel Corporation of India Ltd
 
Ms Ritu Narang
Senior General Manager (MIS)
CONCOR Ltd
 
Shri Sunil Kumar
Group General Manager (ITS)
IRCTC Ltd
 

Shri Neeraj Gupta
Chief General Manager (IT)
IRCON International Ltd
 
Ms Ritu Singh
General Manager (IT)
National Capital Region Transport Corporation
 
Shri Alok Shankar Pandey
AGM IT & CISO
Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Ltd
 

Shri Amarendra Sahoo
CTO & Jt General Manager(IT)
Indian Railway Finance Corporation Ltd
 
Shri Suvashis Choudhary
Chief Security Commissioner & CISO
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd
 
Shri Mayank Gaur
Head of IT & CISO
Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd
 

Shri Aishwarya Tiwari
Deputy General Manager
CRIS
 
Shri Dilip Srivastava
Director Sales
Trellix India
 
Shri Manish Sinha
Director Sales Engineering
Trellix South Asia
 

Shri Ashok Banerjee
Chief Technologist
Trellix
 
Mr. Ron Wang
Senior Director
Trellix
 
Shri Amit Verma
Director Cybersecurity
EY
 

Shri Krishan Kumar
General Manager IT
Rites
       
        ...and many more
 

Programme Schedule

11.30 am - 11.50 am
Guest Welcome and Networking Tea

11.50 am - 12.50 pm
Roundtable Discussion on Cybersecurity: Fortifying Transport Infrastructures for Safety and Resilience in the Digital Era

12.50 pm - 01.30 pm
Closing Remarks & Networking Lunch