New Delhi: All the Indian banks have reportedly ramped up cyber security protocols and reinforced physical security, particularly in sensitive border areas, amid fears of potential retaliation, as a result of India’s missile strikes on terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
The Punjab National Bank has established a 24×7 cybersecurity “war room” to swiftly detect and neutralise any upcoming cyber threats. According to reports, the bank has also increased security at its branches near the border and ensured the safety of its staff.
Reports also stated that a robust anti-cyber attack framework has been activated to mitigate any digital threat. ATMs in the border regions have also been replenished with additional cash to avoid inconvenience for residents in case of escalation.
These precautionary measures follow ‘Operation Sindoor,’ a military initiative carried out on 7 May targeting nine terror locations, including Jaish-e-Mohammad’s Bahawalpur base and Lashkar-e-Taiba’s headquarters in Muridke. The strikes came weeks after a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 civilian lives.
In parallel, key financial institutions are also on high alert. Stock exchanges BSE and NSE have restricted access to their websites for international users to prevent potential cyber intrusions. A BSE spokesperson noted that the exchange constantly monitors global cyber risks as part of its critical infrastructure responsibilities.
