PM Modi Inaugurates RBI Data Centre and Cybersecurity Institute
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the Reserve Bank of India's new Greenfield Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The facilities aim to strengthen India's financial system infrastructure and support mission-critical payment systems.
What happened
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Reserve Bank of India's new Greenfield Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute located at Info Valley-II in Jatni, near Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Spread across an area of 18.55 acres, the project was built at an estimated cost of ₹169 crore. The foundation stone for this initiative was earlier laid on March 22, 2023.
The newly inaugurated Data Centre is designed to host mission-critical payment and settlement systems, including Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) and National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) platforms.
The accompanying Cybersecurity Training Institute functions as a dedicated institutional platform focused on training, research, and capability-building in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and enterprise technology for the financial sector.
Important dates
| Foundation Stone Laid | 22 March 2023 |
|---|---|
| Inauguration Date | 25 October 2026 |
📌 Static GK links
- RBI Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Establishment of RBI: April 1, 1935, under the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
- RBI was established on the recommendations of the Hilton Young Commission
- Prime Minister of India: Narendra Modi
What candidates should do
- Note down the exact location, cost, and purpose of the newly inaugurated RBI facilities for upcoming banking and regulatory exams.
- Revise the static details of the Reserve Bank of India, including its establishment year, initial headquarters shift from Kolkata to Mumbai, and major payment systems like RTGS and NEFT.
PrepZen analysis
The inauguration of the Greenfield Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar marks a critical milestone in strengthening India's financial technology architecture. By decentralizing core payment infrastructure like RTGS and NEFT to a geographically stable location away from high-risk seismic zones, the RBI has significantly enhanced the resilience of the national payment system. Furthermore, the specialized cybersecurity training institute addresses the rising demand for skilled personnel adept at managing artificial intelligence and advanced enterprise technology risks within the financial sector. Aspirants should expect direct questions regarding the location, project cost, and specific functions of these facilities in competitive examinations conducted by IBPS, SBI, RBI, and SSC.
Practice questions
Q1. Where is the newly inaugurated RBI Greenfield Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute located?
Q2. What is the estimated cost of the newly inaugurated RBI Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute project?
Q3. Which of the following payment and settlement systems will be hosted by the new RBI Data Centre?
Cybersecurity Training Institute opened in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Facilities aim to strengthen India's financial system infrastructure.
Includes four state-of-the-art data centres for payment systems.
🎯 Key Point: PM Modi inaugurated RBI Data Centre in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
FAQs
Who inaugurated the RBI Data Centre in Bhubaneswar?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the RBI Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar.
What is the primary function of the newly opened Cybersecurity Training Institute?
The institute serves as an institutional platform for training, research, and capability-building in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), and enterprise technology for the financial sector.
Why was Bhubaneswar chosen as the location for the new RBI Data Centre?
Bhubaneswar was selected due to its geographical stability, as it is situated away from seismically active zones and high-risk international border areas.
When was the foundation stone for the Greenfield Data Centre laid?
The foundation stone for the Greenfield Data Centre and Enterprise Computing & Cybersecurity Training Institute was laid on March 22, 2023.
Sources and references
- rbi.org.in (www.rbi.org.in) Official
- newsonair.gov.in (newsonair.gov.in) Official
- hindustantimes.com (www.hindustantimes.com)
- chronicleindia.in (www.chronicleindia.in)
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