NHAI Signs MoU with NFSU to Strengthen Digital Security

Current Context: On 2 Feb 2026, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), via Indian Highways Management Company Ltd. (IHMCL), signed an MoU with the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar.

 

• The MoU will run for three years to strengthen digital security in highway management systems.
• It focuses on cyber security, digital forensics, and evidence integrity for tolling and traffic systems.
• Training and consultancy will be provided to NHAI/IHMCL staff in advanced forensic technologies.
• Digitized systems like FASTag, toll plazas, and monitoring networks will be safeguarded against cyber threats.
• This collaboration ensures secure, resilient, and reliable national highway operations.

Question:

Q.2 Which two primary entities signed a three-year MoU on February 2, 2026, to strengthen digital security in highway management systems?
a) NHAI and Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
b) Indian Highways Management Company Ltd. (IHMCL) and National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU)
c) National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and National Informatics Centre (NIC)
d) IHMCL and Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In)

Answer: b) The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), via Indian Highways Management Company Ltd. (IHMCL), signed an MoU with the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar.