Internal Security·Legal Reforms

Cyber Attacks on Critical Infrastructure — Legal Reforms

Updated 5 Mar 2026
EntryYearDescriptionImpact
IT Amendment Act2008Introduced Section 70A establishing NCIIPC and enhanced penalties for cyber crimes affecting critical infrastructure. Added provisions for cyber terrorism and strengthened the legal framework for protecting critical information infrastructure.Created institutional mechanism for critical infrastructure protection and provided legal basis for designating and protecting critical information infrastructure, significantly enhancing India's cyber security governance structure.