National Desk, 13th December: The Lok Sabha, India’s lower house of Parliament on December 13, 2023 confronted a substantial security breach when two individuals purportedly leaped from the visitors’ gallery into the chamber.
This intrusion prompted Members of Parliament to evacuate the premises, resulting in an immediate adjournment of the session. Notably, one of the intruders allegedly released a substance causing eye irritation among those present.
The breach coincided with the 22nd anniversary of the Parliament attack, imparting a solemn dimension to the incident. Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, a Congress leader, relayed to the media that the individuals were subdued by members after infiltrating the chamber. Kakoli Dastidar, a Trinamool Congress leader, highlighted that the intruders shouted slogans while releasing the gas.
In response to such security breaches, experts advocate a series of actions, including fortifying operational security, mobilizing a breach response team, conducting thorough assessments, and averting further data loss. Preventative measures encompass regular software updates, robust password policies, employee training on cybersecurity, and reinforced network security through firewalls and encryption technologies. Additionally, the enactment and enforcement of laws governing sensitive data handling can enhance accountability and encourage the reporting of suspected breaches.
This incident underscores the critical necessity for effective breach disclosures and accentuates the imperative for organizations, including government bodies, to strengthen defenses against cyber threats, preventing potential financial harm or the compromise of personal information.
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