Empowering Youth Through Cyber Awareness and Digital Responsibility
The Cyber Society of India (CySI) – Coimbatore Chapter organized a Cyber Crime Awareness Programme on 14th October 2025 at Sree Sakthi Engineering College (SSEC), Coimbatore, in collaboration with the Department of Emerging Technologies. The session aimed to create awareness among students and faculty on cyber threats and preventive measures for safe digital practices.

The event began with a Welcome Address by the Student Chairman, followed by the Presidential Address by Dr. G. Jayaprakash, Principal of SSEC, who emphasized the importance of cyber awareness in the modern digital era. The programme was formally inaugurated by lighting the Kuthuvilakku by Dr. M. Umasankar, President, CySI – Coimbatore Chapter, in the presence of dignitaries and faculty members.

Mr. Balu Swaminathan, President, Cyber Society of India, and Former Additional Superintendent of Police, delivered the first session on “Cyber Crime Awareness and Preventive Measures”, sharing real-life cases and practical tips for online safety. Ms. Vedha Venkatachalam, Secretary, CySI – Coimbatore Chapter, led the second session on “Cyber Alertness in All Walks of Life”, stressing the need for responsible digital behavior and cyber discipline.

Over 200 participants attended with great enthusiasm, interacting actively and seeking guidance on cybercrime reporting and data protection. The programme was well-coordinated by Ms. R. Mohana Santhiya, Assistant Professor, Department of Emerging Technologies.

Feedback from participants was highly positive, with requests for more such workshops to enhance cyber literacy. The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks by the Student Wing Secretary of SSEC.

The programme successfully furthered CySI’s mission to promote cyber safety, awareness, and responsible digital citizenship among youth in Coimbatore.

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