Governance & Risk Management,
Operational Technology (OT)
OTsec India Steering Committee Examines Cyberthreats, Compliance Challenges, and Innovation Opportunities
A recent panel discussion by the steering committee for the inaugural OTsec India Summit—which takes place on November 27-28, 2025—focused on critical issues in operational technology cybersecurity. With an audience of industry experts, the dialogue encompassed topics like the current landscape of OT threats, compliance requirements, and innovative strategies to mitigate risks.
This video interview, conducted by event producers Matt Robertson and Joshua Cunningham-Marsh, highlighted important insights into the challenges faced by India’s industrial sectors regarding cybersecurity. The committee addressed how regulatory frameworks influence security practices and the considerable economic and safety ramifications of cyberattacks. Furthermore, they discussed the impact of market dynamics on advancements in cybersecurity, as well as predictions for the future of OT security in India.
The conversation underscored the various MITRE ATT&CK tactics that may have been relevant to ongoing and past cyber incidents in this sector. These include initial access techniques that adversaries might employ, alongside persistence strategies and privilege escalation methods that could potentially heighten vulnerabilities in operational technology environments.
Business owners and IT security professionals interested in gaining deeper insights into these pressing issues can register for the OTsec India event. This unique summit blends the unmatched expertise of recognized conferences like CS4CA and ManuSec, creating an interactive forum for actionable cybersecurity knowledge, innovative techniques, and meaningful networking opportunities.
To further explore the evolving landscape of operational technology security, consider registering at OTsec India. This summit is designed to empower over 200 leaders from critical sectors in India, enabling them to share advanced cybersecurity strategies and foster connections that can significantly impact the industry’s future.
The diversity and expertise of the OTsec India Steering Committee are reflected in its members. Notable figures include Puneet Tambi, founder of OT Security Professionals; Shaleen Khetarpaul, CISO at BSES Rajdhani Power; and Shyamkant Dhamke from Wipro, among others. Together, these leaders are set to guide the direction of operational technology security in India, addressing the myriad challenges presented by a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
