India's top iron ore producer NMDC has inked a strategic MoU with IIT Kanpur to bolster cybersecurity and integrate AI/ML technologies across operations. This partnership targets risk assessments, incident response, and innovation pilots, aiming to build a resilient digital ecosystem for future-ready mining.
NMDC, a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Steel, signed the MoU with IIT Kanpur to enhance cybersecurity frameworks and accelerate digital transformation. The agreement, formalized by Satyendra Rai, Executive Director (Digital Transformation) at NMDC, and Prof. Ashoke De, Dean (R&D) at IIT Kanpur, occurred in the presence of Prof. Manindra Agrawal, IIT Kanpur Director. This collaboration leverages IIT Kanpur's C3iHub expertise to fortify NMDC's IT/OT systems against evolving threats while embedding AI/ML for operational efficiency.
Key Highlights
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Cyber Focus: Joint risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, policy governance, SOC benchmarking, and incident response planning.
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Tech Integration: AI/ML adoption for predictive maintenance, digital twins, data analytics, and supply chain optimization.
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Innovation Pipeline: Training programs, pilot projects, research studies, and proof-of-concept developments.
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Leadership Quote: "This MoU brings IIT Kanpur’s advanced research into NMDC’s ecosystem, strengthening digital defences," said CMD Amitava Mukherjee.
Sources: ANI News, IndianPSU.com, IIT Kanpur Official, PSU Watch