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Uttarakhand Government Hit by Cyberattack

October 4, 2024
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Uttarakhand Government Hit by Cyberattack

Uttarakhand, India, has recently faced a significant cyberattack that has severely disrupted the state’s critical IT infrastructure, rendering over 90 government websites, including the Chief Minister’s helpline, completely non-operational. This attack, which occurred unexpectedly, has brought public administration to a standstill, affecting essential services that citizens rely on daily. Both public-facing services and internal government operations have been impacted, leading to widespread concern among officials and residents alike.

The magnitude of the attack has been alarming, as it compromised vital e-office systems across various districts, halting all governmental operations. Services related to land registry and public grievance submissions have also been affected, leaving many inquiries unanswered. The sudden nature of the breach has raised urgent alarms about the integrity of the state’s digital governance, prompting immediate action from the IT department.

In response to the crisis, Uttarakhand’s head of the IT department, Nitesh Jha, activated emergency protocols and dispatched a specialized team, led by IT Director Nitika Khandelwal, to tackle the issue. Despite their efforts, the sophisticated nature of the attack has made it challenging to eliminate the virus, with recovery attempts proving unsuccessful throughout the day. Cybersecurity experts have been called in to assess the full extent of the damage, working closely with various agencies to contain the threat and restore the affected systems.

As recovery efforts continue, authorities urge the public to be patient while they work to bring essential services back online. The attack highlights the growing vulnerabilities within state-run digital systems, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive information and essential services. Investigations are underway to determine the root cause of the breach and implement strategies to prevent similar incidents in the future, as officials recognize the importance of safeguarding the state’s digital infrastructure against evolving cyber threats.

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  • Major Cyberattack Disables Uttarakhand Government IT Systems
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