JAMMU, Oct 16: With cybercrime and online frauds becoming increasingly sophisticated, Heritage School organised a two-day Cyber Awareness and Cyber Security Programme on October 15 and 16, 2026, for students of Classes IX to XII, promoting digital awareness and responsible online behaviour.
The workshop was conducted by Ankush Sharma, Probationer Sub-Inspector, Cyber Police Station, Jammu and Kashmir, on October 15, and Sameer Sharma, IPS (2011 batch), Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Jammu and Kashmir Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (JK4C), along with Bhupinder Singh Sasan, 2000-batch Executive Police officer, Jammu and Kashmir Police, on Friday. The resource persons brought valuable expertise in cybercrime investigations and law enforcement.
Addressing Class IX students on the first day, Ankush Sharma highlighted the growing importance of cyber awareness. On the second day, Sameer Sharma and Bhupinder Singh Sasan sensitised students of Classes X to XII to emerging cyber threats, online frauds and essential safety measures.
The speakers urged students to verify digital content before forwarding it and emphasised respecting privacy, dignity and consent. They cautioned against sharing morphed images, deepfakes or harmful content that could invite legal consequences. Students were also advised to secure their privacy settings, avoid interacting with strangers online and protect personal information.
The sessions highlighted the importance of preserving digital evidence, including screenshots and call logs, and reporting cybercrime through helpline 1930 or the official portal, www.cybercrime.gov.in.
The programme reinforced the need for cyber vigilance and responsible digital citizenship.
The guests were felicitated by Chairman Sunil Gupta in recognition of their valuable contribution. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by the Principal, who expressed gratitude to the resource persons for equipping students with practical knowledge to navigate the digital world safely.