CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Raisen Police & Rabindranath Tagore University Conduct Cyber Security Awareness Session
Under the joint initiative of Raisen Police and Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU), a cyber security awareness session was organized to educate citizens, students, and institutions on preventive measures against cyber crimes.
Distinguished Guests
The event was graced by:
Mithilesh Shukla, IG Raisen, MP (Chief Guest)
Prashant Khare, DIG Raisen
Pankaj Pandey, SP Raisen
Rajiv Agarwal, President, Association of All Industries, Mandideep
Sanjeev Gupta, Pro-Vice Chancellor, RNTU
Key Speakers:
Yogesh Pandit (Cyber Expert & Advocate)
Anant Srivastava (Cyber Expert, TechLaw)
Shailendra Kumar (Senior Technical Lead, Netlink)
Key Takeaways from the Experts
Mithilesh Shukla (IG, Raisen, MP) emphasized:
“In the digital age, cyber security should be a top priority. As digital services expand, so do cyber threats. Awareness and preventive measures are crucial.”
Prashant Khare (DIG, Raisen) stated:
“Cybercrime is not just a technical challenge but also a social issue. Digital awareness is the strongest weapon against it.”
Rajiv Agarwal (President, Association of All Industries, Mandideep) highlighted:
“Industries and businesses must stay vigilant against cyber threats to protect themselves from digital attacks.”
Pankaj Pandey (SP, Raisen) stressed:
“To combat cyber crimes, we must promote digital literacy. The police department is actively conducting awareness campaigns to educate citizens.”
Expert Recommendations
🔹 Yogesh Pandit (Cyber Expert & Advocate):
“Practicing digital discipline is crucial to preventing cyber crimes. Use strong passwords, avoid clicking on unknown emails or links, and enable Two-Factor Authentication.”
🔹 Anant Srivastava (Cyber Expert, TechLaw):
“Digital hygiene is key to cybersecurity. Use strong passwords, install antivirus software, and avoid public Wi-Fi networks.”
🔹 Shailendra Kumar (Senior Technical Lead, Netlink):
“Technical awareness is the foundation of cyber security. Nothing on the internet is truly private, so we must protect our digital activities.”
Cybersecurity Awareness Through Street Play
At the end of the session, NSS and NCC students from RNTU performed a street play in Obedullaganj, highlighting the dangers of online fraud, phishing, data leaks, and digital scams. Local residents praised the initiative. The play was directed by Vikrant Bhatt, Assistant Director, Tagore National Theatre School.
Event Conclusion & Vote of Thanks
The session was moderated by Naiz Zamir, HOD, Law Department, RNTU.
The vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Sangeeta Johri, Registrar, RNTU, and Bharat Pratap Singh, In-charge, Obedullaganj Police Station, urging everyone to prioritize cyber security.
Conclusion
The session provided valuable insights into cyber security and emphasized the importance of digital safety. Raisen Police & RNTU will continue to conduct such awareness programs to help combat cyber crimes and promote a safer digital environment.
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