Nagpur to get Rs387 crore disaster recovery centre to secure govt data The Maharashtra government has approved the establishment of a Disaster Data Recovery Centre (DRC) in Nagpur, a project sanctioned at a cost of Rs387 crore. The initiative aims to strengthen the state’s digital governance systems by ensuring the continuity of critical government data, portals, and services during natural disasters, technical failures, or cyberattacks. This decision follows directives from Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis during a review meeting of the state’s 100-day action plan, emphasizing the need for a robust continuity mechanism to safeguard administrative functions. The state already operates a primary data centre, but officials highlighted the necessity of an additional facility to maintain uninterrupted operations during disruptions. The DRC will be set up in Nagpur, with a detailed project timeline outlining phases for site planning, civil works, non-IT preparations, hardware and network installation, software and security configurations, and testing. The project is expected to take approximately 12 months to complete, with each phase allocated specific timeframes to ensure systematic execution. Funding for the DRC will be sourced from provisions allocated for the state’s e-governance initiatives through the Maharashtra State SETU Society. The Directorate of Information Technology will oversee the implementation, ensuring alignment with the state’s digital infrastructure goals. Officials emphasized that the facility will significantly enhance the resilience of government services, providing a reliable backup system to prevent data loss and maintain operational efficiency during crises.#nagpur #maharashtra_government #devendra_fadnavis #maharashtra_state_setu_society #directorates_of_information_technology
