Maharashtra’s Cyber Shield: ADGP Yashasvi Yadav Strikes Back. Yashasvi Yadav, Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Maharashtra Cyber (and often referred to in contexts related to Mumbai’s policing efforts), who recently delivered a powerful speech at a high-profile cyber conclave in Mumbai. Organized by Wht Now and attended by over 700 students from 22 colleges, the event saw India Post release a special stamp on cyber safety—a symbolic step toward nationwide awareness.

Renowned former IPS officer and social activist Kiran Bedi recently praised Maharashtra’s proactive stance on cyber safety, sharing a video clip on X (formerly Twitter) with the caption: “Please do share. Its laudable. An inspiration for all states in India.” Tagged to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, the post highlights a commendable initiative that underscores the state’s commitment to combating the rising menace of cybercrime.

By- Dr. Namrata Mishra Tiwari, Chief Editor http://indiainput.com

ADGP Yashasvi Yadav is an IIT Roorkee graduate, 2000-batch IPS officer, Harvard-trained expert with international awards (IACP Webber Seavy), patents in IT, and frequent speaker on evolving threats like ransomware, digital arrests, and national security cyber warfare.

In his address, ADGP Yashasvi Yadav provided critical insights into the rapidly evolving landscape of cybercrime, digital frauds, and online threats. He emphasized that cybercrime has emerged as the world’s largest organized crime syndicate, surpassing traditional threats like drug mafias in scale and impact.

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Please do share. Its laudable. An inspiration for all states in India. @AmitShah @CMOMaharashtra pic.twitter.com/DajFd8J7Mg

— Kiran Bedi (@thekiranbedi) January 8, 2026

ADGP Yadav highlighted sophisticated challenges such as “cyber slavery” (where individuals are coerced into fraud operations from foreign camps), sextortion, trillion-dollar rackets, and advanced malware that endangers everything from personal bank accounts to national infrastructure.

India Post releases special cyber safety stamp in January 2026!!

Key takeaways from the speech include the urgent need for cyber literacy, vigilant digital hygiene, and seamless cooperation between citizens, law enforcement, and policymakers. Yadav stressed proactive measures: immediate reporting of frauds, awareness campaigns, and leveraging advanced tools like Maharashtra’s state-of-the-art Cyber Command Centre (built at a significant investment) to detect, prevent, and respond swiftly. Initiatives like the 1930 Cyber Helpline (for quick freezing of defrauded amounts) and dedicated support for victims of cyberbullying and sextortion exemplify this forward-thinking approach.

“Cyber Shield” brilliantly conveys protection, defense, and resilience—mirroring Maharashtra’s state-of-the-art Cyber Command & Control Center, advanced forensics, AI threat intelligence, and proactive measures like thwarting millions of attacks (e.g., 1.5 million from Pakistan-allied groups with only 150 succeeding)

Maharashtra’s efforts, under leaders like Yadav, set a benchmark for other states. By blending technology, education, and inter-agency collaboration, the state is not just reacting to threats but actively curbing them. As Kiran Bedi rightly notes, this model is truly inspirational—proving that focused leadership and citizen empowerment can safeguard India’s digital future.