ISLAMABAD, Oct 27 (APP):The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has conducted cyber awareness sessions at schools and colleges in Multan, Gujranwala, Gilgit and Sahiwal to educate students and teachers about online fraud, cyber harassment and safe use of social media.
According to an NCCIA official on Tuesday that, the awareness campaigns were organised by the agency’s respective circles on the directions of Director General NCCIA Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, with a large number of students and faculty members participating in the sessions.
NCCIA officers briefed participants on the safe and responsible use of social media and precautionary measures to protect themselves from online harassment.
The sessions also provided practical guidance on identifying fake links, avoiding One-Time Password (OTP) scams, fraudulent loan applications and online financial fraud.
The officers informed participants that cybercriminals often use fake prize offers and job opportunities to steal personal information and money from unsuspecting citizens.
The official said students and teachers were also briefed on the procedure for reporting cybercrime complaints and the use of NCCIA helpline 1799.
Director General NCCIA Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi said protecting the younger generation from cyber threats remained a top priority of the agency.
He said cyber awareness campaigns would continue across the country to promote safe and responsible use of digital platforms and help build a secure Digital Pakistan.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
