RailTel, a leading provider of broadband and VPN services, has entered into a strategic partnership with Cylus, a global leader in rail industry cybersecurity. This collaboration aims to enhance the cybersecurity framework of Indian Railways’ infrastructure.
The partnership leverages RailTel’s extensive pan-India optic fibre network alongside Cylus’ specialized rail-specific cybersecurity solution, CylusOne™. This joint effort is poised to fortify the security of railway signalling systems, including trackside, onboard, and SCADA systems.
Sh. Sanjai Kumar, CMD of RailTel, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, ‘Indian Railway is undergoing a significant technological upgrade, with cyber security being a priority. We are thrilled to partner with Cylus and to play a crucial role in protecting Railway’s mission-critical infrastructure from the increasing cyber security threats.’
Ashish Upadhyay, Cylus Asia Pacific Director, echoed this sentiment, saying, ‘Our collaboration with RailTel underscores our commitment to securing critical railway infrastructure. We look forward to working closely with RailTel to deploy our advanced cybersecurity solutions and provide comprehensive training to railway personnel.’
The partnership between RailTel and Cylus marks a significant step in safeguarding the critical infrastructure of Indian Railways against the evolving landscape of cyber threats. Through this collaboration, both organizations aim to ensure the resilience and security of India’s railway systems, which are vital to the nation’s transportation network.
