Rudraprayag Police organised an awareness programme at Saraswati Vidya Mandir Inter College in Belni, Rudraprayag, to help students, teachers and the public respond to emergencies and avoid cybercrime. The campaign is being conducted under the direction of the Superintendent of Police, Rudraprayag.
The session focused on 2 areas: using emergency services correctly and recognising common forms of online fraud. Police personnel explained how students and teachers can seek help through Dial 112 and use the 112 India App during an emergency.
Guidance on emergency services
Police said 112 can be contacted in situations including road accidents, medical emergencies, assault, disputes, insecurity or other urgent circumstances. The session also covered the panic and SOS feature available through the 112 India App.
The guidance was intended to familiarise participants with the available emergency channels so they can seek assistance when faced with an immediate threat or urgent incident. The police also explained that the service may be used for different types of emergencies rather than only one category of incident.
Students warned about online scams
The cyber-awareness portion covered several methods used in online fraud. Students were briefed about digital arrest scams, fake links and schemes offering free diamonds or skins in online games.
Police also warned about attempts by unknown gamers to obtain graphs or personal information. Such requests can expose users to risks when the person making contact is not known or trusted.
The police team advised participants not to click on links received from unknown sources. They were also told not to share one-time passwords or confidential banking information with anyone.
How to report cyber fraud
Participants were informed that any cyber fraud should be reported without delay through the cyber helpline 1930. They were also directed to use the cybercrime.gov.in portal for complaints.
Police appealed to students and teachers to remain alert and share this information with their families and other people in the community. The wider awareness campaign aims to improve knowledge of emergency services and reduce exposure to cyber fraud and online scams.
Conclusion
Rudraprayag Police used the Belni school programme to explain Dial 112, the 112 India App and key cyber-safety precautions. People facing cyber fraud were advised to report it promptly through 1930 or cybercrime.gov.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where was the awareness programme held?
It was held at Saraswati Vidya Mandir Inter College in Belni, Rudraprayag.
Q. Who attended the programme?
Students and teachers attended the awareness programme.
Q. When can people use 112?
People can call 112 during road accidents, medical emergencies, assault, disputes, insecurity or other emergency situations.
Q. What emergency feature is available in the 112 India App?
The app includes a panic and SOS feature.
Q. Which cyber scams were discussed?
The session covered digital arrest scams, fake links, gaming offers involving free diamonds or skins, and attempts by unknown gamers to obtain graphs or personal information.
Q. Where should cyber fraud be reported?
Cyber fraud can be reported through the helpline 1930 and the cybercrime.gov.in portal.
Q. What information should people keep private?
People should not share OTPs or confidential banking information with anyone.
Q. What did police advise residents to do?
Police advised people to avoid unknown links, stay alert and inform their families and communities about cybercrime risks.
