STRENGTHENING DATA GOVERNANCE AND NETWORK RELIABILITY IN LOCAL SELF-GOVERNMENT SYSTEMS THROUGH PRIVACY-PRESERVING MULTI-HOP COMMUNICATION FRAMEWORKS

Abstract

This study recontextualizes data integrity and privacy within the domain of local self-government administration, where decentralized communication networks increasingly support governance functions such as e-governance, citizen service delivery, and inter-departmental coordination. The proposed privacy-preserving framework ensures secure data transmission across municipal communication infrastructures employing multi-hop wireless networks. It focuses on detecting malicious packet drops and mitigating link-related disruptions that may compromise transparency and reliability in digital public administration. The framework utilizes a Homomorphic Linear Authenticator (HLA) to enable secure verification of transmitted data without breaching confidentiality, while an external auditing mechanism monitors packet flow integrity to maintain trust and accountability—key tenets of effective local governance. The model’s four operational phases—Data Transmission, Verification, Auditing, and Attack Detection—mirror administrative workflows requiring secure data validation and oversight. Simulations conducted under various network loads and governance scenarios demonstrate improved accuracy in detecting intentional data manipulation, reduced false positives, and enhanced reliability in communication infrastructures. By fortifying digital governance networks, this research contributes to more resilient, transparent, and trustworthy local government systems in the era of smart governance.