Cyber hygiene becomes essential as banks and agencies face security scares

Cyber hygiene, the <b>first line of defence</b> against cybercrime, has moved from tech jargon to boardroom buzz after recent <b>security scares</b> hit <b>financial institutions</b> and public agencies. Yet Indian organisations treat it like an after‑thought, patching systems only after breaches, while red‑tape delays critical updates and budget approvals. The systemic inertia fuels a culture where compliance checklists replace real protection. The lag leaves citizens’ data exposed, turning everyday transactions into a ticking time‑bomb for millions of users.