RAJOURI, Jun 10: As part of its continued efforts towards community outreach and awareness generation, the Indian Army conducted an awareness lecture on “Cyber Crime” at Bright Candle Modern High School, Kotranka, Rajouri.
The Indian Army has been actively working for the welfare and upliftment of the local populace in its Area of Responsibility. The peaceful environment in the region has enabled greater focus on educational and developmental initiatives aimed at fostering long-term peace and prosperity.
The primary objective of the lecture was to create awareness among students about cyber crimes, their growing impact on society and the precautions required while using the internet.
The session covered various aspects of cyber threats, including online fraud, identity theft, cyberbullying, phishing attacks and misuse of social media platforms. Practical safety measures and preventive tips were also shared to help students protect themselves in the digital environment.
During the interaction, the speaker highlighted that cyber crime has emerged as a major security challenge not only for India but for the entire world. Students actively participated in the discussion, shared their views and pledged to spread awareness about cyber safety among their peers and villagers.
The programme concluded with teachers and students expressing gratitude to the Indian Army for organising the informative session. The participants gained a better understanding of cyber threats and the measures required to safeguard themselves from becoming victims of cyber crime.