NDTV Profit · 19 Sep, 17:46 · Technology briefing

Vaishnaw Warns Of Cyberattacks, Disruptions As India Builds Semiconductor Ecosystem

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has cautioned that India’s emerging semiconductor ecosystem faces significant risks from cyberattacks and operational disruptions.

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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has cautioned that India’s emerging semiconductor ecosystem faces significant risks from cyberattacks and operational disruptions. As the nation invests heavily in domestic chip manufacturing to reduce import dependency, these warnings highlight the critical need for robust digital infrastructure protection. The statement underscores that technological advancement must be matched by stringent security protocols to safeguard national interests and industrial continuity against potential external threats.

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