As artificial intelligence transforms the cybersecurity landscape, India's response framework is being challenged to keep pace with rapidly evolving threats. The Cybersecurity and Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (Cert-In) has recognized that AI is accelerating the speed of cyberattacks, urging organizations to adopt continuous monitoring and rapid remediation strategies. Kunal Ruvala, Senior Vice President at Palo Alto Networks, emphasizes that threat actors can exploit vulnerabilities within hours of disclosure, necessitating a shift from traditional patching cycles to near-continuous responses. While large enterprises have made strides in enhancing their security capabilities, mid-sized organizations struggle with limited resources and fragmented security processes. The operational challenges, including change-management complexities and alert fatigue, further complicate timely vulnerability remediation. Cert-In's framework sets aggressive benchmarks for response times, with a 12-hour patching recommendation reflecting the need for swift action. To meet these demands, organizations must embrace AI-driven automation, which is becoming critical for managing the increasing volume of alerts and vulnerabilities effectively.