Established in 2025, the Division of Digital Technology & Strategic Communication (DDTSC) is responsible for driving digital transformation and strengthening information technology capabilities at the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC). The Division develops, implements, and maintains secure digital platforms, enterprise applications, IT infrastructure, and strategic communication systems that support NCDC's public health programmes, disease surveillance, and institutional operations.
The Division plays a pivotal role in the development and maintenance of the official NCDC website, implementation of cybersecurity measures, management of digital services, network infrastructure, cloud and server coordination, and technical support for Government of India digital platforms. It also provides comprehensive IT support, video conferencing facilities, media infrastructure, and digital communication services to ensure seamless functioning across all divisions of NCDC.
In addition, the Division promotes innovation through the adoption of emerging technologies, secure digital governance practices, automation, and user-centric digital solutions. It works in close coordination with various divisions, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, National Informatics Centre (NIC), National Health Authority (NHA), and other stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency, improve service delivery, and strengthen NCDC's digital ecosystem.
Committed to excellence in digital governance, the Division continues to build secure, scalable, and innovative technology solutions that support evidence-based public health decision-making and contribute to strengthening India's public health infrastructure.
MBBS (MAMC, Delhi) MD Community Medicine (LHMC, Delhi)
Additional Director & NPO, IDSP
idsp-npo@nic.in
MBBS, MD (CM), DNB (SPM), DHRM
Joint Director
ajitshewale@ncdc.gov.in
Bachelors of Information Technology, Delhi University & Masters in Business Administration, Pune
Team Lead
ncdc.itunit@ncdc.gov.in
Master of Computer Applications
Open Source Programmer
ncdc.mohfw.itunit@gmail.com
Master in Computer Application
Open Source Programmer
ncdc.mohfw.itunit@gmail.com
Bachelor of Engineering
Network Engineer
surjeet72007@rediffmail.com
Master of Computer Application
UI Designer
shrikum5112@gmail.com
Bachelor of Arts
IT Support Staff
dk00544@gmail.com
Bachelor of Computer Application
IT Support Staff
ankitproffessional@gmail.com
Development, maintenance, enhancement, and regular updating of the official NCDC website, ensuring high availability, accessibility, security, and compliance with Government of India standards.
Implementation of cybersecurity best practices, vulnerability assessment, security audit compliance, and continuous monitoring to safeguard NCDC web applications.
Planning, deployment, operation, and maintenance of network infrastructure, leased line connectivity, servers, and institutional IT resources to ensure uninterrupted digital services across NCDC.
Providing end-to-end technical support for Webex, Zoom, and other virtual meeting platforms, including meeting scheduling, webinar management, recording, live technical assistance, and conference support.
Providing technical assistance for hardware, software, network, printers, and user support services while ensuring timely resolution of IT-related issues across all divisions.
Technical support for Government digital platforms including Gov Mail, eOffice, NIC VPN, iGOT Karmayogi, Parichay SSO, and Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) services.
Development and management of media infrastructure, conference facilities, official social media platforms, and digital communication systems for effective public health outreach.
Development and implementation of a centralized IT Help Desk Portal for online ticket management, service request tracking, and efficient IT service delivery.
Providing complete IT, networking, audio-visual, and technical support for national and international conferences, workshops, trainings, webinars, and official events organized by NCDC.
Promoting digital transformation through emerging technologies, automation, secure digital governance, and innovative IT solutions to improve operational efficiency and public health service delivery.