Inauguration of Cyber Theme Park & Cyber Security Summit

An Exclusive Cybersecurity Summit Jointly Organized by ASCI & ESF Labs Limited

In a landmark initiative between Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI) and ESF Labs, Hyderabad had witnessed the first-ever Cyber Security Summit on November 18, 2023, at the esteemed ASCI premises. This historic event marks a significant stride towards enhancing cybersecurity awareness and preparedness.

The major attraction of the summit was the inauguration of the Cyber Theme Park (CTMP) – An Experience Centre by Padma Bhushan Shri K. Padmanabhaiah IAS (Retd.), Chairman of CoG, ASCI, and Former Union Home Secretary, GoI along with Dr. Nirmalya Bagchi, Director General (I/c), ASCI, Dr P R Madhusoodanan, Director, Centre for Economics and Finance, ASCI and Mr. Anil Anisetti, Founder & Chairman, ESF Labs Limited at Bella Vista campus, ASCI. The occasion was also graced with the presence of eminent personalities such as Shri Prabhakar Aloka IPS (Retd.), Former Special Director, Intelligence Bureau (IB), Shri S.S. Sarma, Director, Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), GoI, Shri Sanjay Srivastava IPS (Retd.), Former DGP of Gujarath, Shri G Gopalakrishna, Former ED, RBI, Rear Admiral, Shri Sanjay Datt VSM, Commandant, CDM and many senior professionals and leaders from industry. 

This dedicated space is designed to provide a hands-on and immersive learning experience in cybersecurity. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge technologies, simulated cyber threat scenarios, and interactive exhibits, offering a unique and practical understanding of cybersecurity measures.

The Cyber Security Summit and Cyber Experience Park inauguration underscore the commitment of ASCI and ESF Labs to foster a cybersecurity-conscious community. This event marked a significant step towards enhancing Public Private Partnership (PPP) model for cybersecurity awareness.

The summit brought together distinguished personalities across the industries, leading experts, thought leaders, and cybersecurity enthusiasts to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Attendees witnessed insightful panel discussions, keynote presentations, and interactive sessions that delve into critical issues such as threat intelligence, data protection, and emerging technologies.

As cyber threats continue to evolve, collaboration between educational institutions and industry leaders becomes paramount to ensure a resilient and secure digital future.

About ASCI

Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI), established in 1956, is an institution of excellence and national importance and is a registered society by the constitution. It is the first and foremost institution of its kind in the country. It is an autonomous, self-supporting, public-purpose institution with the objectives of a think-tank for policy inputs and to build the capacities of practicing professionals in the management of government and business enterprises.

About ESF Labs Limited

ESF Labs is a recognized Cyber Security and Digital Forensics Research Centre with over a decade of experience, focusing on delivering effective and innovative solutions and capacity building to clients. As a CERT-INDIA empanelled entity, ESF Labs, aims at assisting its customers to combat the various cyber threats they face through training/capacity building and solutioning. As a reliable consulting partner, ESF Labs, works closely with corporations, law enforcement agencies, and governments to provide consultation services that enhance the client’s cybersecurity and digital forensic capabilities. The solutions delivered are designed to minimize the risk exposure of organizations and also providing a strong foundation in cybersecurity and digital forensic posture.