India Sees Surge in Cybercrime, Targets Stronger Security Measures

India is experiencing a significant rise in cybercrime, with cyber fraud against citizens increasing by 51% in the past year. In 2024, over 1.7 million cybercrime complaints were filed, up from 1.1 million in 2023, according to India's National Cyber Reporting Platform (NCRP). Many of these attacks originate from Cambodia, Myanmar, and Laos.

Businesses Face Growing Cyber Threats

Cyberattacks on Indian businesses exceed global averages, with websites facing 26% more attacks per site than the global norm. Denial-of-service (DoS) attacks are particularly prevalent, and cybercriminals increasingly target API servers for mobile applications over traditional websites.

Government Initiatives to Strengthen Cybersecurity

India is enhancing cybersecurity measures, including:

• Exclusive domains for banks and financial institutions (bank.in, fin.in) managed by IDRBT.
• 2023 Privacy and Data Protection Law, with implementation rules drafted in 2024.
• Cybercrime intelligence-sharing agreement with the U.S.
• Rescue operations for Indian citizens forced into online scam labor abroad.
• Training of 5,000 "cyber commandos" over the next five years to support investigations.

Despite these efforts, India faces a cybersecurity talent shortage. President Droupadi Murmu emphasized that investments in cybersecurity not only enhance national security but also create employment opportunities, positioning India as a Tier 1 country in the Global Cybersecurity Index.