Uttar Pradesh’s Additional Chief Secretary for Energy, Narendra Bhooshan, emphasized the critical need for enhanced cybersecurity in the state’s power sector during a recent conference in Lucknow. He highlighted the increasing digitization of the energy sector, which has made it susceptible to cyber threats, including state-sponsored attacks. To address these challenges, Uttar Pradesh has implemented advanced measures such as smart meters with encryption and a Centralized Security Operations Centre (CSOC) for real-time monitoring. Bhooshan outlined strategic priorities, including the adoption of a Zero Trust architecture and the use of AI for threat detection, while advocating for indigenous solutions to strengthen cybersecurity and foster self-reliance. This initiative is significant as it positions Uttar Pradesh as a leader in safeguarding India’s critical infrastructure, critical for the nation’s developmental goals by 2047.