The Urgent Need for Revamped Security Protocols: Lessons from the Parliament Breach
Venkata Satish Guttula
Cyber Security Consultant | Information Security Expert | Information Security Auditor
On the solemn anniversary of the 2001 Parliament attack, a day that should have been marked by heightened security and reflective vigilance, we witnessed a dramatic breach that pierced through the fortress of our democracy. This was not just a failure of security mechanisms but a stark reminder of the vulnerability of our public spaces.
The intruders, wielding canisters of harmless smoke, managed to defeat multiple layers of security. The sight was surreal: MPs and officials, instead of evacuating, were seen packing their bags or attempting to subdue the intruders. It begs the question—had the canisters contained something more sinister, what then?
This event should be a catalyst for action. In our offices, we conduct quarterly fire drills to ensure everyone knows how to exit quickly and calmly. Yet, in the Parliament, there was chaos. This contrast is alarming and must be addressed with rigorous training and protocols.
The implications extend beyond the Parliament. If such a breach can occur in one of our most secure locations, what does this mean for everyday spaces like malls and railway stations? In Mumbai, for example, metal detectors at railway stations are often non-functional, and security checks at malls are cursory at best. Once, my car boot, filled with electronics and wires for household repairs, failed to raise an eyebrow of the security personnel. This level of scrutiny needs to be more reassuring.
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This incident is a failure not just of the physical security measures but of intelligence and preparedness. It is a wake-up call to all security forces, a call for an immediate reassessment of our security infrastructure across the board.
We must implement lessons learned from such events with unwavering dedication. Our safety, our citizens' peace of mind, and the sanctity of our nation's vital institutions depend on it.
Let us not wait for another breach or a tragedy to occur before we act. Let's make our public spaces impenetrable to threats, not because of fear, but to uphold the safety and dignity of our society.
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1 年It's a security breach - no one should be allowed to carry canisters or any such objects inside the parliament. How the perpetrators got permission from an MP & the process of background checks need to be critically evaluated. On a lighter note - it looked like our lawmakers put their background to good use by jumping into a fist fight Bollywood style! First our citizens should stop sending people with criminal records & history sheeters to the parliament - that may automatically prevent foolish bravado that was displayed during that attack. My friend Dinesh O Bareja may enjoy & agree with my last two remarks ?? Jokes aside - this attack - a repeat one - though nothing happened, is a sign of our callous physical security and surveillance process. Whatever their full report finds .....Miles the go ....
Cybersecurity Consultant | Specialist - ISO27001, ISO27701, GRC, BCMS, RBI | Trainer - ISMS, TPRM, Auditing, Cloud Security, GRC | BCP/DR Drills | Helping Businesses Assess Security Needs & Achieve Security Excellence
1 年Whatever may be the finding of the SITs or JPCs one cannot overlook the fact that this is a shameful breach of security. And that too at the so called most secure new Parliament building. The response of the Ministers, the lackadaisical response of the security personnel, the sight of the pack of ministers bashing up that miscreant with smoke in the background... All this is a sight which has its place in a movie like Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron. A perfect tragicomedy. Yes let's wait for the report but we will never know what's in it because it will never be public. Venkat is right to do what public can do.. 'make a call for revamped security'.
Senior Manager | Genpact | Indian Air Force | IIM Mumbai | Operations Management | Project Management
1 年Your call for revamped security protocols in light of the latest security breach is very valid. But In my humble opinion let's wait for the complete report to come out. I have been handling the security of major sensitive bases for long enough to tell you that all that, what is shown on social media and news media is mere speculation at this stage. Official reports will make things clearer. Notwithstanding, the preparedness of ministers during the incident was seen as lacking and the same needs to be rehearsed through various simulation drills. We need to actively find the loopholes in the system and incorporate learning values.