L&T Technology Services Limited (LTTS), a globally renowned pure-play engineering and technology services company, has announced securing a contract worth approximately $100 million. This significant achievement stems from a collaboration with Maharashtra State Cyber Department, under the Government of Maharashtra, positioning LTTS at the forefront of developing secure, digitally interconnected smart and safe cities in India. This initiative marks a first-of-its-kind program in the country, leveraging LTTS’ expertise alongside M/s KPMG Assurance and Consulting Services LLP as the forensic partner to bolster the state’s cybersecurity infrastructure.

The ambitious project aims to design a sophisticated cybersecurity system and establish a cutting-edge Cybersecurity and Cybercrime Prevention Centre. This initiative will utilize advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and digital forensic tools to enhance public safety and strengthen the state’s resilience against cyber threats. The program’s scope includes the creation of a Digital Threat Analytics Centre (DTAC) coupled with a Centre of Excellence (COE). These centers will arm the forensic team with the latest in digital forensic tools, such as Deepfake detection, Mobile Malware forensics, and more, to streamline crime scene management and cybercrime investigations.

Additionally, a Central Emergency Response Team (CERT) and a state-of-the-art Security Operations Centre (SOC) will be established. The SOC will be fortified by AI & ML technologies and manned by a skilled cyber team to protect critical infrastructure, showcasing LTTS’ commitment to enhancing cybersecurity measures.

The partnership between LTTS and KPMG Assurance and Consulting Services LLP plays a pivotal role in this initiative. Amit Chadha, CEO and Managing Director of LTTS, emphasized the significance of this project not only as a business achievement but as an opportunity to leverage the company’s extensive experience in establishing command centers. Chadha views this project as a step towards recognizing the growing importance of cybersecurity and investing in advanced digital safeguard platforms and tools for societal benefit.

Yezdi Nagporewalla, Chief Executive Officer of KPMG in India, expressed pride in participating in this innovative project. The collaboration between Maharashtra State Cyber Department, LTTS, and KPMG underscores a shared commitment to public safety and the provision of advanced cybersecurity solutions to mitigate cyber threats effectively.

The successful execution of this comprehensive cybersecurity project in Maharashtra has the potential to set a precedent for LTTS, enabling the company to extend its advanced engineering solutions for public cyber safety on a global scale. With over 25 command centers already established, LTTS is well-positioned to scale its offerings and address the cybersecurity needs of its global clientele, heralding a new era in digital security and forensic capabilities.

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