MoU aims to reform cyber laws, boost investigations, and train law enforcement through a legal-forensic partnership.

To improve cyber law enforcement in Telangana, the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) and NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, inked a Memorandum of Understanding on June 18, 2025. In order to combat the growing threats of cybercrime, this collaboration attempts to combine TGCSB’s operational skills with legal education, forensic science, and policy research.

Telangana DGP Jitender was present when TGCSB Director Shikha Goel and NALSAR Vice-Chancellor Srikrishna Deva Rao signed the memorandum of cooperation. Officials said the partnership will assist in developing rules on data protection, financial fraud, and digital evidence, as well as modernising important legislation like the Information Technology Act of 2000.

A Legal and Forensic Advisory Unit will be established by TGCSB to support investigations into cybercrime. This section will provide professional legal assistance during investigations, assist in creating victim-centric compensation procedures, and develop digital dispute resolution solutions.

 Specialised training modules on cyber legislation, forensic procedures, and digital evidence management will also be created for police and judicial personnel. It is anticipated that this interdisciplinary approach would enhance the legal response to intricate cyber offences.

Telangana DGP Jitender noted, “This MoU is a critical step in merging policy insight with ground-level enforcement.” NALSAR’s Rao added, “It is a societal service to build a future-ready legal framework to fight cybercrime.” Shikha Goel called it a “model for the nation”, highlighting the urgency of updating legal and forensic tools to meet the fast-evolving cyber threat landscape.

 Advice:

This alliance between TGCSB and NALSAR marks a significant move toward creating a holistic and efficient cybercrime control system in Telangana. It blends law, policy, education, and enforcement into one framework.

Public is advised to:

• Stay updated on cybercrime trends through government advisories.
• Turn on two-factor authentication for every account and device.
• Refrain from downloading programs from unidentified sources or clicking on dubious links.
• Report incidents immediately at cybercrime.gov.in or contact the local cyber cell.