Telcos navigate subsea cable risks; Centre asks for analysis, fallback options as war rages

Digital infrastructure resilience is crucial for national security and economic stability, especially for a data-heavy economy like India.

• •Indian government directed telecom firms and subsea cable operators to assess risks.
• •Contingency plans are being developed due to escalating tensions in West Asia.
• •Iran's threats to undersea cables could disrupt India's westward traffic.
• •Alternative routes are insufficient and costly.
• •Risk flag: Escalation of geopolitical conflicts impacting critical infrastructure