Empowering Minds Against Digital Threats: Digital Fraud Awareness Workshop at Jaipuria Lucknow

In an era where digital interactions dominate personal, academic, and professional spheres, cyber safety has become a critical life skill. In alignment with this need, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, in collaboration with India Today Group, hosted an insightful and impactful workshop under Project Shield on Digital Fraud Awareness. The session was conducted on Friday, July 18, 2025, and was led by Mr. Bal Krishna, Executive Editor, India Today – Fact Check, New Delhi.

The workshop was designed to raise awareness about the various forms of digital fraud, misinformation, and cyber threats prevalent in today’s fast-evolving digital landscape. Mr. Bal Krishna, with his extensive experience in media verification and investigative journalism, engaged the audience with real-life case studies, multimedia presentations, and interactive discussions. He shared practical strategies on how to identify fake news, phishing scams, identity theft, and other forms of online fraud, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking, digital hygiene, and responsible sharing.

What made the session even more impactful was the participation of not just the students and faculty from Jaipuria Institute of Management, but also young minds from Jaipuria School, Lucknow, fostering early awareness and digital responsibility among future generations.This initiative is a testament to Jaipuria’s commitment to building a digitally literate and vigilant community—one that is well-equipped to face the challenges of the digital age with confidence and caution.

The session concluded with an engaging Q&A round, where participants sought clarity on pressing concerns and received actionable tips from the speaker. The enthusiasm and involvement of the attendees reaffirmed the growing need for such awareness initiatives.