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India's factory boom comes with a growing cyber bill

M.Economictimes • July 4, 2026

Cyberattacks on Bajaj Auto and Tata Electronics have exposed a growing risk for India's manufacturing sector, compounded by rising automation and connectivity. Industry experts believe that the interconnected nature of factories creates vast opportunities for cybercriminals. The breaches raise alarms over the potential exposure of sensitive data from major players like Apple and Tesla, threatening India's 'China-plus-one' strategy and eroding trust on the global stage.

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Cyberattacks Target Major Indian Manufacturers Amid Automation Growth On June 23, 2026, Bajaj Auto and Tata Electronics reported cyberattacks that disrupted their IT systems. The attacks, identified as ransomware incidents, raised alarms over potential data exposure, particularly sensitive information related to Apple and Tesla. Both companies activated their incident response mechanisms to contain the breaches. Cybersecurity experts highlighted that the manufacturing sector is increasingly targeted as factories become more interconnected. Kaspersky's report noted that manufacturing was the only major industry to see an increase in attacks on industrial control systems in Q1 2026. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has urged organizations to enhance cybersecurity measures, including network segmentation and multi-factor authentication. Experts warned that legacy systems still in use could exacerbate vulnerabilities. The breaches could undermine India's position in the global supply chain, particularly in light of its 'China-plus-one' strategy. 19 sources 72

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