Police organizes one-day ‘Cyber Jaagrookta Diwas’ in Budgam
Srinagar: Police on Wednesday conducted various programmes at several police establishments across Budgam district with the aim to educate the public about cyber threats and safety measures, a police spokesman said.
He said that police officers on the occasion discussed various cyber threats, including hacking techniques, phishing, identity theft and emphasized preventive measures to protect one’s digital presence.
The participants were also cautioned to keep their social media accounts secure and safe and also be aware while chatting with unknown people on Facebook messenger, WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter etc.
Participants were encouraged to share their concerns and experiences related to cyber threats and expert advice was provided to address these issues. The event emphasized the role of the police in ensuring a secure digital environment and encouraged general public to report cybercrimes without any hesitation.
This initiative served as a significant step towards bridging the gap between law enforcement agencies and the public in combating cybercrime effectively, the spokesman added.
