MLRIT hosts ‘Cyber Suraksha’ panel discussion on cyber threats

Marri Laxman Reddy Institute of Technology organised a ‘Cyber Suraksha’ panel discussion with the CSI Hyderabad Chapter. Experts discussed emerging cyber threats, online fraud, digital privacy, data protection and preventive measures, highlighting the need for greater cybersecurity awareness among students

Hyderabad: Marri Laxman Reddy Institute of Technology (MLRIT), through its Computer Society of India (CSI) MLRIT Chapter, in collaboration with the CSI Hyderabad Chapter, organised a panel discussion ‘Cyber Suraksha’.

The panellists including G. Srinivasu, former IAF officer, Sharada Avadhanam, Retired Director, AP Forensic Science Laboratory and Dr. V. Radhika Devi, Director, shared perspectives on emerging cyber threats, online frauds, digital privacy, data protection, cybercrime investigation and preventive measures. The interactive discussion highlighted the increasing risks associated with digital transactions, social media platforms, identity theft, phishing attacks, online scams and misuse of personal information.

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Marri Rajashekar Reddy, Founder Secretary, MLR Group of Institutions and MLA, Malkajgiri, emphasised that cyber awareness has become essential for everyone, particularly young students who are increasingly using digital technologies in their academic and personal lives.

The programme was conducted with the encouragement and support of the institution’s management, including Marri Dhiren Reddy, Vice Chairman, and Anushreya Reddy, Secretary.