Union Minister Piyush Goyal Inaugurates DSCI Advanced Cyber Skill Centre in Mumbai.
National
On 19 July 2025, Union Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the DSCI Advanced Cyber Skill Centre in Kandivali East, Mumbai. Developed by the Data Security Council of India (DSCI) and supported by the Kyndryl Foundation, the centre aims to train nearly 1,000 youths annually in cybersecurity under PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).
- The centre was launched with the goal of empowering women and students from Tier‑II and Tier‑III cities, bridging the gender gap in cybersecurity, and enabling underserved communities to access digital job opportunities.
- The inaugural cohort of 28 engineering graduates, known as Cyber Vaahini, is currently undergoing an intensive four-month training programme in ethical hacking, threat hunting, and incident response.
- Equipped with state‑of‑the‑art cyber ranges, live cyberattack simulators, and mentorship from industry professionals, the centre will train approximately 1,000 candidates each year. The curriculum is aligned with national skill goals under PMKVY and supports India’s ambition to become a global cybersecurity talent hub.
Main Point :- (i) Speaking at the event, Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted that cybersecurity is not just a national security priority, but also a key driver of employment and innovation. The centre supports the government’s Digital India and Skill India visions, aiming to nurture hackers‑for‑good, promote "Hack‑to‑Help", and prepare the youth for future-ready roles.
(ii) The initiative is part of DSCI’s broader effort—supported by the Kyndryl Foundation—to build a global network of cybersecurity professionals. DSCI has previously organised conclaves in India, Singapore, Dubai, Riyadh, and plans further international collaborations to enhance skills exchange and capacity-building.
(iii) The launch event was attended by senior dignitaries including Vinayak Godse (CEO, DSCI), Una Pulizzi (Global Head of Corporate Affairs, Kyndryl), Lingraju Sawkar (President, Kyndryl India), and North Mumbai MLAs and CII officials. Their presence underlined the importance of public–private partnerships in building a cyber‑resilient and inclusive digital ecosystem.
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