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Additional Deputy Commissioner Sidrameshwar stressed the importance of safe and secure internet usage in the face of rising cybercrime incidents.
During the inauguration of a awareness workshop organized by the district administration for Safer Internet Day on Tuesday, he noted, “Mobile phones are now an essential part of our daily lives, offering both benefits and drawbacks. It’s crucial how we utilize them.”
He warned, “Regardless of our intelligence, we can still fall prey to hackers or cybercriminals, leading to potential issues. Everyone needs to be aware of these risks. In this regard, we are celebrating World Safer Internet Day, promoting awareness under the theme ‘Together towards a better internet’. We must all practice safe internet habits.”
CPI Mahantesh Sajjan from CEN added, “Cybercrime can affect anyone, often starting with human desires and fears. For instance, receiving a message about winning a prize or other enticing offers can create temptation, while threats regarding an expired or blocked ATM card can instil fear. With mobile data readily available online, users must remain cautious.”
He advised, “Never share sensitive information such as OTPs, Aadhaar numbers, PAN details, or bank credentials in response to incoming calls. Be cautious of unauthorized Aadhaar payment notifications. Avoid clicking on links from unknown numbers that request sensitive information under the pretext of KYC updates. Do not engage with calls from unfamiliar numbers asking for personal details or money. If you fall victim to cybercrime, contact the 24*7 helpline at 1930 immediately.”
Krishnamurthy Desai, principal of the District Training Institute, and Basavaraj Wald, DIO of the National Information Science Centre (NIC), along with other officials and staff from various departments, attended the workshop.
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