Inaugural Workshop
The first edition of the Pan-India Tech Saksham workshop series was launched in Jammu.
Inaugural Workshop
NICSI & NIC J&K organized Tech Saksham - Digital Excellence Program to strengthen digital governance in Jammu & Kashmir on 20 April 2026.
National Informatics Centre Services Incorporated (NICSI), under MeitY, launched the first edition of its Pan-India workshop series at the Convention Centre, Jammu, in coordination with NIC J&K to strengthen digital governance and enhance technological competencies across government institutions.
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Official photographs from the inaugural Tech Saksham workshop in Jammu.
Opening Session
A quick look at the session setup and the themes covered.
Senior officials and experts opened the programme with remarks on governance readiness. The panels below capture the key voices, session topics, and practical takeaways.
20 April 2026
Convention Centre, Jammu
Launch Date
20 April 2026 at the Convention Centre, Jammu, in coordination with NIC J&K.
Focus Areas
Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, and Artificial Intelligence for governance readiness.
Participation
Over 150 participants from government departments, NIC J&K, NICSI, and industry experts attended.
Governance Impact
Designed to improve awareness, preparedness, and adoption in public service delivery.
Session Snapshot
The opening session at a glance.
Launch editionThe opening session set the tone for the day, with senior officials from J&K, NIC J&K, NICSI, and industry experts exchanging views on governance readiness and adoption pathways.
Attendance
500+ Direct Participants
10K+ Government Officials Impacted Indirectly
Core Themes
AI, Cyber Security, Cloud
Shaping practical next steps for departments and field teams
Objectives
Why the programme mattered.
- Create a practical platform for knowledge exchange and peer learning.
- Encourage the adoption of AI, cloud, and cyber security in day-to-day governance.
- Reinforce collaborative, technology-led public administration.
Key Voices
Leadership and expert inputs from the dais.
The programme highlighted secure technology frameworks, institutional preparedness, and practical capacity building for government teams.
Chief Secretary, J&K
Shri Atal Dulloo, IAS
Emphasised that future-ready digital capabilities are critical for secure and transparent public services.
Hon'ble State Election Commissioner
Shri Shantmanu, IAS (Retd.)
Observed that technology strengthens credibility, transparency, and operational efficiency in public institutions.
Secretary (IT), J&K
Dr. Piyush Singla, IAS
Highlighted institutional readiness for AI-driven systems, secure cloud platforms, and cyber-resilient infrastructure.
Managing Director, NICSI
Shri Alok Tiwari
Focused on AI in cyber security and the role of advanced digital technologies in accountable governance.
Cyber Security Expert
Shri Amit Kumar Dubey
Delivered best practices for securing digital infrastructure.
Cloud Expert, Zoho
Shri Rajendran Dandapani
Discussed scalability, efficiency, and resilience in public sector systems.
Technical Sessions
Technical sessions captured in four notes.
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Cyber Security
Shri Amit Kumar Dubey shared best practices for securing digital infrastructure.
Cloud Computing
Shri Rajendran Dandapani spoke on scalability, efficiency, and resilience in public systems.
AI in Cyber Security
Shri Alok Tiwari highlighted the role of AI in decision-making and service delivery.
Closing Remarks
Shri J. S. Modi emphasized collaborative effort, continuous learning, and future-ready capacity building.
Programme Conclusion
The Jammu edition sets the foundation for future workshops.
The Jammu session establishes a clear base for future editions of Tech Saksham and for deeper engagement with technology-led governance across public institutions.
