Kerala Police to deploy robots for traffic control, disaster response: Minister Ramesh Chennithala

Economic Times - Oct 9, 2026

Kerala's Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announced plans to strengthen cybersecurity measures in the state. The Cyberdome will address emerging threats such as identity theft and financial fraud. Advanced robots will be developed to assist with traffic management and disaster response. Public-private partnerships and international cooperation are essential for tackling global cybersecurity challenges. Training personnel and raising awareness about threats will be priorities for the government.

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