2026 Winners Summaries

Outstanding In-House Security Manager/Director

Samir Ghaghda – Diageo India
Samir Ghaghda has transformed Corporate Security and Business Continuity at Diageo India into a strategic, intelligence-led function that strengthens resilience and business assurance. His decisive leadership during major crises, including Operation Sindoor and the RCB stampede, safeguarded people, operations and reputation. Through innovation and proactive risk management, he has positioned security as a trusted strategic partner to the business.

Outstanding Security Team

Physical Security Technical Team – Infosys
The Infosys Physical Security Technical Team has transformed enterprise security through an in-house programme that dramatically improved detection, response and operational efficiency. Their approach reduced response times to minutes, significantly lowered false alarms and delivered measurable cost savings with rapid return on investment. By combining engineering expertise, governance and innovation, the team has redefined security performance at scale.

Outstanding Contract Security Company (Guarding)

Peregrine Guarding
Peregrine Guarding delivers technology-driven security solutions supported by a centralised Command Center and a highly trained workforce across India and Singapore. Its proven capability in high-security environments, including major airport partnerships, demonstrates operational excellence and reliability. Through customised, scalable services, the company consistently enhances security outcomes and client value.

Outstanding Security Consultant

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) India
PwC India delivers end-to-end security transformation, helping organisations strengthen resilience through integrated physical, cyber and operational security solutions. With experience across critical infrastructure, command centres and smart city programmes, its work has positively impacted millions of people. By combining strategic expertise with responsible AI, PwC continues to drive trusted, future-ready security solutions.

Outstanding Security Training Initiative

COM-SUR Video Surveillance and Imaging AI Technologies
COM-SUR has revolutionised visual evidence governance by dramatically reducing CCTV review times and enabling routine audit-grade surveillance analysis. Its innovation has been recognised by the Government of India through the creation of a new CCTV Video Footage Auditor skill. Widely adopted across defence, industry and public sector organisations, the platform is advancing security capability on a national scale.

Outstanding Security Installer/Integrator

Soteria Command Center – Tenon Group
Soteria has redefined security integration with an intelligent, scalable command centre that combines technology, monitoring and operational expertise. Its solutions have significantly reduced response times, minimised downtime and improved compliance while delivering strong cost savings for clients. With rapid ROI and a modular platform, Soteria is helping organisations build resilient, future-ready security environments.

Outstanding New Security Product

DHEERAJ – Deepfake Handling Engine for Expert Recognition and Authentication of Judgements
DHEERAJ is an innovative deepfake defence framework that has prevented significant financial fraud while improving authentication and investigative processes. The solution enables faster verification, accelerates investigations and supports proactive threat prevention. Its high adoption and sustained use demonstrate its effectiveness in addressing emerging security challenges.

Outstanding Security Partnership

DigiCert, Digio and JNR Management Resources
This partnership has strengthened digital trust by delivering advanced cybersecurity, PKI and compliance solutions to organisations across multiple sectors. Through automation, certificate lifecycle management and regulatory readiness, it has helped clients reduce risk and improve resilience. Its collaborative approach continues to drive meaningful security transformation.

Outstanding Security Officer

Ankit Jaswal – Tata Power
Ankit Jaswal consistently demonstrates operational excellence through proactive leadership, innovation and effective stakeholder management. His initiatives, including drone surveillance and workforce optimisation, have strengthened security operations while ensuring zero disruption. A dependable and collaborative professional, he continues to deliver lasting value through continuous improvement and strong leadership.

Outstanding Female Security Professional

Niharika Karamchandani – InQuest Advisories
Niharika Karamchandani has built an impressive career spanning investigations, behavioural risk, due diligence and crisis management across multiple international markets. Her expertise combines operational excellence with specialist knowledge in compliance, assessments and workforce capability. Through research, training and consultancy, she continues to advance professional standards within the security industry.

Outstanding Young Security Professional

Praveen Raj – WoRisGo
Praveen Raj has established himself as an emerging leader in supply chain risk management, geopolitical intelligence and critical infrastructure security. Before the age of thirty, he has advised senior leaders, protected sensitive operations and contributed to national-level education initiatives. His expertise and leadership are helping shape the future of the security profession.

Outstanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Initiative

Vedanta Limited
Vedanta Limited’s DEIB initiative has created a more inclusive workplace by promoting diverse recruitment, accessibility and equal opportunities for all. The programme has strengthened organisational culture, collaboration and employee engagement while supporting underrepresented communities. Its people-first approach demonstrates how inclusion can drive both business performance and workplace excellence.

Outstanding Security Sustainability Award

Vedanta Aluminium & Power
Vedanta Aluminium & Power has embedded sustainability into its security and operational practices through innovative environmental initiatives. Programmes including clean mobility, water recycling, tree plantation and circular waste management have delivered measurable environmental and community benefits. By integrating sustainability into business operations, the organisation continues to demonstrate responsible leadership and long-term resilience.

Lifetime Achievement

Milind M. Borkar
With a career spanning several decades, Milind Borkar has been a transformative force in India’s Video Surveillance and Electronic Security industry. His visionary leadership and technical excellence have advanced surveillance technologies across critical sectors — from smart cities and transportation to manufacturing and public infrastructure. Beyond his accomplishments, Milind is celebrated as a mentor and trusted leader who has inspired a generation of security professionals to pursue innovation with integrity. From analogue systems to AI-enabled video analytics, his contribution to the industry has been nothing short of remarkable.