Real Hero Sonu Sood Pledges Rs. 1 Crore For Scholarships To Cyber Security Enthusiasts —

Sonu Sood's Sood Charity Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting education and skill development, has announced the launch of the Mera Bharat, Surakshit Bharat initiative in association with EC-Council, the world’s largest cybersecurity certification body.

India is currently facing a high number of cyberattacks, with 18 million attacks daily in the first quarter of 2022. The programme provides an opportunity for individuals to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to defend against cyber threats and secure a fulfilling career in the cybersecurity industry. The scholarship offers full funding for EC-Council's Certified Cybersecurity Technician program, a globally recognised certification that can help individuals build skills in ethical hacking, network defense, digital forensics, and security operations that are required for in-demand job roles in cybersecurity.

Sonu Sood shares, "Our country is facing a significant resource crisis in cybersecurity, and I am proud to be a part of the solution through the 'Mera Bharat, Surakshit Bharat Initiative' scholarship programme with EC-Council. By helping students and entry-level professionals gain the necessary skills and knowledge to defend against cyber threats, the Sood Charity Foundation aims to build a stronger and more secure India. I urge all those passionate about cybersecurity to apply for the scholarship and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in this industry."

The scholarship programme is open to applicants who are committed to pursuing a career in cybersecurity and have the desire to contribute to keeping their country safe. Deserving applicants will be selected based on their career goals and potential for success in the field.

"We are excited to partner with the Sood Charity Foundation to support the education and skill development of future cybersecurity professionals. Cybersecurity is a critical need for organisations around the world, and we believe that investing in the education and training of cybersecurity professionals is essential to keeping India safe. This scholarship initiative will provide an opportunity for deserving candidates to gain the skills and knowledge they need to make a real impact in the cybersecurity community," said Jay Bavisi, CEO of EC-Council.