Deputy Commissioner Kulgam Athar Aamir Khan today inaugurated workshop on Safer Internet Day to raise awareness regarding the importance of safe and responsible internet use, particularly in light of growing cyber threats.
Speaking on the occasion, DC emphasized on the significance of maintaining strong cyber hygiene practices, such as avoiding suspicious links, being cautious about growing cyber incidents like “identity theft” and “Digital Arrest” and being mindful of personal information shared online.
DC also called for collective efforts in safeguarding each other from the ever-evolving risks of cyber attacks, highlighting the need for collaboration among individuals, communities and organizations.
During the workshop a detailed presentation was given by the District Informatics Officer (DIO) NIC Kulgam Nadeem Yousuf who share an in-depth overview of various types of cyber threats, including phishing, digital arrest, malware, ransomware, and online scams.
DIO also shared practical tips and best practices for protecting oneself from these threats, such as recognizing red flags in digital communication, securing personal devices, and adopting a proactive approach to online security.
Programme Officer ICDS, ACR Mushtaq Lone,Tehsildar DH Pora and Internet users were also present. The workshop saw active participation from various stakeholders, including CSC VLEs (Common Service Centre Village Level Entrepreneurs), who play a pivotal role in digital outreach, and officials from multiple government departments of District Kulgam.