The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has launched a nationwide awareness campaign, organising sessions in nine cities to educate students, journalists and the general public about online fraud, internet safety and responsible use of social media.
According to an NCCIA official, the campaign was launched on the directives of Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi under the supervision of the agency’s Director General, Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi.
The official said awareness sessions were held in Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Peshawar, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Gilgit, Sahiwal, Abbottabad and Karachi to inform citizens about cyber threats and preventive measures.Special sessions were also organised for students at the University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Abbottabad, and the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi.
In Abbottabad, the agency organised a cyber awareness walk at the Press Club, attended by journalists, students and members of civil society.
During the sessions, participants were briefed on safe internet practices, responsible use of social media and measures to protect themselves against online financial fraud and other cybercrimes.
The official said the initiative was aimed at enabling citizens to identify potential online threats and adopt safer digital practices.
NCCIA Director General Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi said raising awareness among all segments of society was essential to building a safe Digital Pakistan.
He said the agency would continue its efforts to educate the public about cybercrime and encourage responsible use of digital platforms.
The director general also urged citizens to report cybercrime incidents through the NCCIA helpline, 1799, or contact their nearest NCCIA circle for assistance.
