Maharashtra Cyber

Maharashtra Cyber
महाराष्ट्र सायबर
Agency overview
Formed2016
JurisdictionGovernment of Maharashtra
HeadquartersBuilding No. 102 & 103, MIDC, Millenium Business Park, Sector-2, Mahape, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra – 400710
Minister responsible
Agency executives
  • Shri. Iqbal Singh Chahal, Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department
  • Yashasvi Yadav, IPS, Special Inspector General of Police, Cyber
  • Shri. Sanjay Shintre, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Cyber
  • Rashmi Shukla, IPS, Director General of Police
Parent departmentMaharashtra Police
Websitemhcyber.gov.in

Maharashtra Cyber is a dedicated cybersecurity and cybercrime investigation agency under the Government of Maharashtra. It functions as a specialized department within the Maharashtra Police with the goal of combating online crimes and enhancing digital safety in its jurisdiction of Maharashtra. It was founded in 2016 and is currently under the responsibility of Iqbal Chahal.[1]

History

Maharashtra Cyber was formed in 2016, established under the Ministry of Home Affairs of Maharashtra with the goal to address cyber threats, protect digital infrastructure, and promote awareness regarding safe online practices.[2]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Maharashtra Cyber".
  2. ^ "Maharashtra sets up Cyber Corporation to tackle rising digital frauds". Business Standard.
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