Industrial Visit to Information Technology Development Agency (ITDA), Dehradun organized by School of Science & Technology,SRHU

Published on: March 10, 2026

Venue: Information Technology Development Agency (I.T.D.A), Department of IT, Good Governance & Science Technology, Govt. of Uttarakhand, IT Bhawan Plot No. IT-07, Sahastradhara Rd, IT Park, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248013

Participants: 45 students

Proctors:

  • Rohit Kanauzia, Associate Professor, Computer Science & Engineering Department, School of Science & Technology

The School of Science and Technology, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Dehradun, successfully organized an industrial visit for students to the Information Technology Development Agency (ITDA), Dehradun. The objective of this visit was to create awareness among students in the field of cyber security and to strengthen their practical knowledge and understanding.

During the visit, students were provided with detailed information about the role, functions, and contributions of ITDA in the technological development of the state of Uttarakhand. They were also briefed about the importance of strengthening cyber security in government institutions and safeguarding digital infrastructure.

As part of the visit, students were taken to various advanced units of ITDA, including the Dehradun Integrated Command & Control Center, State Data Center, Network Operational Center, Security Operation Center, and Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT), Uttarakhand Center. Through these facilities, students gained insights into the real-world functioning of digital services, data management systems, and cyber security operations within the state.

In addition, experts from ITDA conducted informative sessions for the students on emerging technologies and data privacy, which significantly enhanced their technical understanding and skill sets.

This industrial visit provided students with an opportunity to understand the practical applications of their academic learning. It also encouraged them to explore career opportunities in the field of cyber security. Students had the opportunity to interact and network with industry professionals and experts, which will be beneficial for their future careers, internships, and research opportunities.

The visit proved to be a valuable and inspiring experience for the students, motivating them to pursue further advancements in the field of technology and cyber security with renewed enthusiasm.

The visit was coordinated by Dr. Rohit Kanauzia, Associate Professor, Department of Cyber Security, School of Science and Technology, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Dehradun. The program was successfully conducted with the support and guidance of the university administration.

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Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.