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PM Modi Inaugurates RBI's State-of-the-Art Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar
Summary: National Security Shift: Modern warfare is no longer fought only on borders—cyber looters are targeting national financial systems. Discover how PM Modi's launch of the ₹169-crore RBI Data Centre in Bhubaneswar marks India's dramatic transition "from mines to microchips."
BHUBANESWAR / NEW DELHI — In a landmark move to fortify India's financial system against evolving global threats, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi dedicated the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) new Greenfield Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute to the nation in Jatni, Bhubaneswar.
Invoking the blessings of Lord Jagannath, the Prime Minister highlighted that the facility represents a fundamental shift in India's governance model—transitioning from financial inclusion over the last decade to enterprise-level digital resilience for the future.
The facility, constructed with an investment of over ₹169 crore in Info Valley-II, will serve as a core backbone for India's central banking functions and house critical payment platforms including RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement) and NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer).
Shielding Financial Infrastructure from Cyber Warfare
Speaking on the strategic urgency of the facility, Prime Minister Modi warned that contemporary economic powers face sophisticated threat vectors beyond physical borders.
"Today, warfare is not restricted to weapons alone. Modern cyber threats target a nation’s economy. A rising economic power must actively shield its financial ecosystem from cyber looters and digital terrorists." — Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India.
The newly established Enterprise Computing and Cyber Security Training Institute is designed to upgrade legacy tools with next-generation computing systems. It will upskill banking professionals and technology specialists in key emerging domains:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) for fraud detection and predictive security.
- Quantum-Resistant Computing to protect critical banking data against future cryptographic threats.
- Real-time Threat Intelligence Sharing across commercial banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs).
- Decade of Banking the Unbanked Transitions to Digital Empowerment
Reflecting on the government’s governance model over the past decade, the Prime Minister contrasted previous financial exclusion with modern direct delivery models:
| Key Domain | Past Financial Landscape (Pre-2014) | Modern Inclusion & Security (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Account Access | Over half the population unbanked | ~60 Crore Jan Dhan Accounts ensuring zero leakage |
| Small Business Credit | Loans unthinkable for small vendors | 13 Crore first-time entrepreneurs funded via Mudra Yojana |
| Social Security Net | Limited, high-cost insurance access | 9 Crore citizens on Atal Pension Yojana (38 Lakh in Odisha) |
| Women Empowerment | Minimal credit lines | 10 Crore SHG women receiving direct bank credit |
From Mines to Microchips: Odisha’s High-Tech Future
Highlighting Eastern India as the primary engine for Viksit Bharat (Developed India), PM Modi spotlighted Odisha's rapid industrial diversification.
By pairing traditional mineral resources with advanced electronics manufacturing, data centers, and semiconductors, Odisha is scripting a new technology-driven narrative that opens high-skilled career pathways for the region's youth.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the primary role of the new RBI Data Centre in Bhubaneswar?
👉 The RBI Data Centre hosts critical IT infrastructure, disaster recovery systems, and core payment networks like RTGS and NEFT to ensure uninterrupted digital banking services across India.
Where is the RBI Cybersecurity Training Institute located?
👉 The institute is located at Info Valley-II in Jatni, near Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Why is cybersecurity training crucial for the banking sector today?
👉 As financial transactions move entirely online, cyber threats have become tools of economic disruption. The institute trains professionals in AI-driven security and quantum computing defenses to protect banking systems against digital attacks.
Source: PIB
Authar: Prasanta Neog.
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