Terrier Cyber Quest 2025: A National Challenge to Boost India’s Defence Technology
By Kirti Sharma | August 28, 2025, 19:57 IST
In a landmark move towards revolutionizing defense technology, the Indian Army has launched the Terrier Cyber Quest 2025, a pioneering national-level challenge designed to address urgent cybersecurity and defense-related technological challenges faced by the country. The event, held in New Delhi and organized in partnership with IIT Madras, the Indian Army Research Cell (IARC), and CyberPeace, aims to foster indigenous innovation and develop a new generation of skilled digital defenders for India.
Vision and Significance
As part of its ambitious Decade of Transformation, the Indian Army is focusing on enhancing its digital infrastructure and defense capabilities. Terrier Cyber Quest 2025 is the first initiative of its kind to bring together the brightest minds in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), quantum computing, and cybersecurity to generate actionable solutions for the security of the nation.
The challenge is a direct call to India’s tech talent to contribute to national security by developing cutting-edge technologies and defending the country’s digital frontiers against rapidly evolving cyber threats.
Objectives of Terrier Cyber Quest 2025
The competition pursues two primary objectives:
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Indigenous Innovation: To accelerate research and development in quantum machine learning and cybersecurity, strengthening the integrity and resilience of India’s defense systems.
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Talent Development: To nurture and build a cadre of “digital warriors” who possess critical thinking skills and the ability to develop rapid prototypes that can be implemented in real-world defense scenarios.
Competition Tracks
Terrier Cyber Quest 2025 consists of two highly specialized tracks that test participants’ abilities through rigorous challenges:
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Track One – Bug Hunting Challenge:
This live, 36-hour hackathon focuses on discovering vulnerabilities within the BOSS Linux operating system, tailored to simulate Indian Army environments. Participants identify and report bugs that could potentially be exploited in cyber-attacks, helping enhance the robustness of vital defence systems. -
Track Two – Datathon:
A sophisticated data science competition emphasizing predictive threat intelligence and anomaly detection. Contestants work with extensive datasets to develop advanced technological defense solutions capable of detecting and mitigating cyberattacks before they occur.
Advanced Problem Statements
Participants are tasked with solving complex real-world issues situated at the convergence of AI, quantum computing, and cybersecurity, including:
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Drone Flight Anomaly Detection: Developing systems to identify abnormal drone behaviors crucial for surveillance and battlefield defense.
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Quantum-Enhanced Malware & Ransomware Detection: Designing innovative algorithms using quantum machine learning to detect complex cyber threats in real time.
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Deepfake Detection: Creating AI/ML-based solutions aimed at combating the growing menace of deepfake technology, a significant threat to defense communications and information security.
Grand Finale and Honors
The finalists of Terrier Cyber Quest 2025 will undergo intense simulations including critical infrastructure attack-defense scenarios and deepfake detection challenges during a 36-hour marathon competition. The event culminates with an awards ceremony where the winners will be honored by the Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi.
Not only will the winning solutions gain national recognition, but they also hold the potential to directly influence the future direction of India’s defense technology ecosystem, enhancing the country’s preparedness against emerging cyber threats.
A Forward-Looking Initiative
The Indian Army’s Terrier Cyber Quest 2025 exemplifies a proactive approach to innovation in defense technology and cybersecurity. By leveraging the power of AI, ML, quantum computing, and data science, the challenge aims to build a state-of-the-art, future-proof defense force equipped to tackle evolving digital threats.
This initiative is much more than a competition—it is a strategic step towards securing India’s national interests through homegrown technological advancements and empowering the next generation of cyber defenders.
About the Author:
Kirti Sharma is a content professional with over 3 years of experience in the EdTech sector and digital content creation. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and has contributed to companies such as ThoughtPartners Global and Infinite Group. She specializes in current affairs and general knowledge writing for JagranJosh.com.
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