Modi government overhauls cybersecurity with zero trust and Aadhaar face ID as AI threats surge

Published on 24 April 2026

Aadhaar face ID and a new digital highway

India is tightening cybersecurity as AI-powered attacks target critical infrastructure, finance systems and citizen data. Under the Modi government, policy and industry are being aligned around Zero Trust and Aadhaar-linked facial identity, alongside proposed “digital highway” compliance rules. Experts say the move is driven by fast digitisation and a cybersecurity market projected to hit $15.06 billion by 2031.

Policy and industry alignment puts cybersecurity at national security’s core
Zero Trust is a central pillar for defending critical infrastructure and finance
Aadhaar-based face ID is cited as a key identity security measure
“Digital highway” rules are expected to standardise digital compliance

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Modi government overhauls cybersecurity with zero trust and Aadhaar face ID as AI threats surge

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