During the inauguration of a new Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data center and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Odisha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the evolving nature of global conflict. He characterized modern warfare as a shift away from traditional battlefield engagements toward the targeting of national economies. Modi emphasized that "cyber terrorists" pose a significant threat to financial stability, necessitating robust defensive infrastructure.

The new facility, constructed at a cost of Rs 169 crore, is intended to bolster India's digital financial defenses. The Prime Minister noted that these institutions are essential for protecting the country's economic interests against digital threats. While the Prime Minister’s speech focused on the strategic importance of cybersecurity in the digital age, he did not provide specific examples of recent cyber attacks or name specific state or non-state actors responsible for these threats. The event served as a platform to highlight the government's commitment to securing India's financial data and infrastructure against sophisticated digital interference.