NTPC Eastern Region-I Headquarters in Patna organised a series of workshops on Friday as part of National Cyber Security Awareness Month 2026 to promote cyber security awareness and safe digital practices among employees, associates and their families.
Ranjit Kumar Mishra, Inspector General of Police, Cyber Crime and Security Unit, Bihar Police, attended the programme as the chief guest. He highlighted the growing importance of cyber security in the digital age and stressed the need for vigilance against rising cybercrime. He also emphasised the importance of protecting personal and professional digital information.
A workshop on “Build a Culture of Cyber Hygiene” was organised for NTPC employees, during which cyber security expert Shashank Garudayar from Delhi shared insights into various aspects of digital security. The session focused on adopting cyber hygiene practices in daily work routines, using strong passwords, avoiding suspicious links and emails, and safeguarding sensitive information.
A separate workshop was conducted for contractual associates to familiarise them with the safe use of digital platforms and measures to mitigate potential cyber risks.
The awareness initiative also included a special session on social media safety for employees’ family members. Participants were sensitised to the risks of sharing personal information online, the importance of using privacy settings effectively, identifying fake profiles, and recognising online fraud. The session also highlighted the need for responsible behaviour on digital platforms.
The initiative aimed to make cyber security an integral part of everyday life and workplace culture by encouraging safe and responsible digital practices among employees and their families.
The programme was organised and coordinated by Prabhanjan Kumar Jha, Deputy General Manager (Information Technology), NTPC Eastern Region-I Headquarters.
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