Ahmedabad :The Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research and Management (IITRAM), Ahmedabad, successfully organized INFRA CYBERWISE–2026, a two-day workshop on Infrastructure Cybersecurity, supported by CAWACH Kendra, Government of Gujarat. The workshop was hosted by the Cyber Club of IITRAM and brought together leading researchers, industry professionals, academicians, and cybersecurity practitioners to deliberate on emerging cyber threats, best practices, and recent innovations in securing critical digital and physical infrastructure.
The workshop commenced with a dignified inaugural ceremony. Dr. Prasun Tripathi, Coordinator, Cyber Club, IITRAM, warmly welcomed the delegates and outlined the objectives and vision of the workshop. Prof. Axay Mehta, Dean (Academic Affairs), IITRAM, addressed the gathering and highlighted the institute’s academic achievements and ongoing research initiatives in the domains of digital and cyber technologies.
The Chief Guest, Dr. Soumya Maity, Distinguished Product Security Leader at Dell Technologies, delivered an insightful inaugural address focusing on contemporary cybersecurity challenges, infrastructure resilience, and the growing demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals. The Guest of Honour, Mr. Dhaval Shukla, PSI, Cyber Crime Branch, Government of Gujarat, shared real-world cybercrime cases and demonstrated effective prevention mechanisms to combat cyber frauds.
The inaugural session concluded with a formal vote of thanks proposed by Dr. Ravi Bhandari, Associate Head, Computer Science and Engineering Discipline, IITRAM, who expressed sincere gratitude to the dignitaries, speakers, faculty members, students, and volunteers for their valuable contributions to the successful organization of the workshop.
The technical sessions featured eminent speakers from academia, industry, and government agencies, who delivered expert talks on a wide range of topics, including infrastructure cybersecurity fundamentals, cyber threats to critical infrastructure, safe online and email practices, phishing and ransomware prevention, mobile and social media security, data privacy, and emerging trends in cybercrime. The sessions were enriched with practical insights, real-world case studies, and hands-on perspectives, making them highly engaging and informative for students, faculty members, and professionals alike.