Bengaluru Metro Awards Rs 4-Crore Contract to BEL for Security Operations Centre

What happened

On August 14, 2026, BMRCL awarded a Rs 4-crore contract to Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) to set up a 24x7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) at its Byappanahalli premises. The SOC will monitor IT and CCTV networks using AI and SIEM tools to detect and respond to cyber threats.

Why it matters

This initiative enhances BMRCL's cybersecurity posture by providing real-time visibility and compliance with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, helping to mitigate future targeted attacks. It also aligns with the 'Make in India' policy.