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Spreading Cyber Crime Awareness During Ganesh Utsav
With International Cyber Crime Expert & Lawyer – Dr. Snehal Vakilna

In a unique and impactful initiative, public awareness on cyber crime was taken to the heart of community gatherings—Ganesh Pandals—where thousands of people unite in devotion and celebration. This special outreach program featured Dr. Snehal Vakilna, a globally recognized Cyber Crime Expert and Legal Consultant, who took the lead in educating the masses about cyber safety in simple and relatable terms.

🛡️ Cyber Safety with Devotion: A Thoughtful Approach

With the festive spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi filling the air, this campaign turned pandals into platforms of learning and awareness. Rather than a conventional seminar or workshop, this on-ground interaction brought the message directly to the people—where they gathered with faith and community spirit.

The initiative aimed to:

• Educate individuals and families about common cyber frauds

• Demonstrate real-life examples of digital scams

• Share easy-to-follow tips to stay safe online

• Break myths around social media security and digital privacy

👤 Dr. Snehal Vakilna’s Approach

Known for his practical insights and legal expertise, Dr. Snehal Vakilna connected with people from all walks of life—students, senior citizens, homemakers, shopkeepers, and youth.

He addressed crucial points including:

• How not to fall prey to OTP scams, phishing links, and fake job offers

• Why you should never share personal details on unknown calls

• The importance of two-factor authentication and strong passwords

• How to use legal channels to report and fight cyber crime

What stood out was Dr. Vakilna’s ability to explain complex cyber security issues in simple, real-world language—ensuring that even non-technical listeners could understand and implement safety practices immediately.

📍 Ganesh Pandal Visits: Community Impact

This outreach campaign covered multiple Ganesh Pandals across the city, where crowds were both curious and engaged. The interactive format sparked live discussions, and many attendees even shared their personal experiences of cyber fraud, seeking guidance and solutions on the spot.

✅ Key Takeaways for the Public:

• Don’t share your OTP or UPI PIN with anyone—even if they claim to be from a bank.

• Verify links and websites before clicking or entering sensitive information.

• Install antivirus and security software on your devices.

• Report any suspicious activity immediately to the Cyber Crime Portal – www.cybercrime.gov.in or call 1930.

🙌 Conclusion: Devotion Meets Awareness

This innovative effort by Dr. Snehal Vakilna and the organizing team beautifully merged public service with cultural celebration, reminding everyone that while we seek blessings from Lord Ganesha to remove obstacles, we must also take practical steps to protect ourselves from the growing threat of cyber crime.

Let’s keep our digital lives as safe as our homes.