Published Feb 06, 2024 | 10:46 AM ⚊ Updated Feb 06, 2024 | 10:46 AM
The Karnataka government, on Monday, 5 February, signed a Letter of Intent with caller ID and spam blocking app Truecaller to enhance cyber safety awareness and promote secure digital communication in the state.
A statement issued by the minister’s office said that Truecaller will carry out a series of initiatives to improve online safety awareness, with practical tips that will stop citizens from falling prey to scams. It will also enable them to safeguard their personal information and use digital communication tools responsibly.
Speaking at the signing of the MoU, IT Minister Priyank Kharge said, “This partnership underscores the Government of Karnataka’s commitment to prioritising the safety of our citizens in the digital ecosystem. Cybercrimes and fraud in digital communication are growing at a rapid pace with advancing technology, which exposes vulnerable citizens to high risk.”
Govt of Karnataka will be collaborating with @truecaller_in to make the cyberspace a safer place for everyone!
We will carry out a series of initiatives to create awareness and build the capacity of citizens and institutions across the state to navigate the internet safely and… https://t.co/0M8Y8sWnaZ pic.twitter.com/k9ApaNu6yu
— Priyank Kharge / ಪ್ರಿಯಾಂಕ್ ಖರ್ಗೆ (@PriyankKharge) February 6, 2024
“The government is taking proactive steps to raise awareness and promote safety in digital communications. Bengaluru is synonymous with innovation and is recognised as a thriving tech hub. We take pride in adopting a collaborative approach to enhancing citizens’ online safety here,” he added.
Speaking about the initiative, Rishit Jhunjhunwala, Chief Product Officer and MD Truecaller India, said, “At Truecaller, we are consistently working towards improving fraud prevention and are confident that this collaboration will assist citizens of Karnataka in staying one step ahead of fraudsters.”
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