Workshop on Educators Role in Creating Awareness on Cyber Security held at Government College of Education

Workshop on Educators Role in Creating Awareness on Cyber Security held at Government College of Education

Chandigarh 5 December ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) :  Government College of Education, Sector 20-D, Chandigarh, organized a workshop today on “Educators’ Role in Creating Awareness on Cyber Security” under its Cyber Swachhata Mission Unit, led by Dr. Meena, Coordinator, Cyber Swachhata Mission Unit for GCE 20 Chandigarh. The programme was conducted under the able guidance of Principal Dr. Sapna Nanda, who emphasized the importance of cyber awareness and digital responsibility among educators and students. The introductory session was delivered by Maj. Dr. Gulshan Sharma (Retd.), Director General and Director, Finishing School – Service Industry, Chamber for Service Industry. He explained the purpose of the workshop and highlighted how rapidly evolving digital systems demand enhanced cyber awareness and proactive digital hygiene in educational environments. The workshop also included expert resource persons from 7Infinity, a global consultancy bridging emerging technologies and strategic transformation with a focus on digital readiness and cybersecurity. Preeti Singh, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of 7Infinity, presented the programme layout and briefed participants on the structure of the sessions. The technical session was led by Shamsheer Khan, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at 7Infinity and Founder of FNCyber. Speaking on the theme “Know your defense, become a role model, protect your digital self,” he highlighted rising cyber threats, including AI-driven attacks, bot traffic, and fast-evolving malware. He explained that cyber laws and enforcement operate differently in cyberspace, making awareness the most powerful “survival kit.” Khan guided participants on essential device-safety practices, including checking microphone permissions, app access controls, and other security settings. He explained common ways laptops, mobiles, and gadgets are hacked and highlighted everyday digital vulnerabilities. A key focus of his session was the Cyber Kill Chain, illustrating attacks across five stages: Observe → Lure → Collect → Trick → Impact. He emphasized reducing the cyberattack surface through simple habits, such as switching off mobile data and Internet when not in use, and discussed the evolution of cybersecurity and self-generating malware. The workshop featured an interactive question–answer session, where students posed interesting questions related to cyber hygiene. To encourage engagement, students were awarded cash prizes of ₹500 for the best questions asked. It was highlighted that 17 Cyber Interns are currently enrolled with the Chandigarh Cyber Crime Police Branch, and among them, Aanchal, Kumari Anjali, and Anuneha served as presenters, supporting demonstrations and assisting with awareness activities. Approximately 80 participants, including faculty members, PGDGC students, and B.Ed students, attended the programme. In recognition of participation, certificates were distributed to students, including 10 PGDGC students and 54 B.Ed students. The event concluded with a formal vote of thanks by Dean, Dr. A. K. Srivastava, who appreciated the contributions of all resource persons, the Cyber Swachhata Mission Unit, and the enthusiastic participation of students in promoting a culture of cyber safety.