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The Odisha government is intensifying its efforts to combat the increasing number of cyber crimes in the state by launching a special phone number, “1930,” for victims and the general public. The move comes in response to the growing number of cyber crimes involving financial offenses and sexual abuse of women and children.
Chief Secretary Suresh Chandra Mahapatra emphasized the need to check any illegal activities using computers, communication devices, or computer networks. To raise awareness, the government has planned to deploy 34 “Sachetanata Rath” vehicles equipped with audio and visual materials throughout the state. The campaign will target various groups, including elderly individuals, students, health workers, and members of self-help groups.
Through the initiative, people will be educated on the importance of verifying authenticity before conducting financial transactions, avoiding friendship with unknown individuals, and not clicking on links, SMSs, or apps from suspicious sources. Regular symposiums, seminars, quiz competitions, debates, and essay competitions will be held, especially in schools.
According to statistics, the number of cybercrime cases has been on the rise in Odisha, with 1485 cases registered in 2019, 1931 in 2020, 2037 in 2021, 3402 petitions received in 2022, and 7700 petitions received in 2022 through the cyber help desk.
This anti-cyber crime campaign in Odisha is a groundbreaking initiative and the first of its kind in the country, according to Chief Secretary Mahapatra.
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