The 2026 cohort of the Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship has successfully concluded its programme at Cranfield University, marking another milestone in an initiative that has been strengthening India’s cyber security leadership for more than a decade.
Since its inception, the fellowship has brought together emerging leaders from government, law enforcement, academia and industry, equipping them with the knowledge, networks and global perspectives needed to address evolving cyber security challenges.
As part of the programme, the 2026 fellows presented research on a wide range of critical issues, including digital financial fraud, AI-enabled cyber threats, online child safety, cyber incident response, and the governance of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Their work reflects the growing importance of cross-sector collaboration and innovative approaches to tackling complex cyber security risks.