A two-day specialized training session on Cyber Crime and Financial Frauds Investigation, organized by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), concluded successfully at the Goa University Auditorium on August 23, 2024. The event, which began with an inauguration by the Chief Secretary of Goa, saw approximately 297 personnel attending in person and 504 additional personnel participating through Video Conferencing. Concluding ceremony was chaired by Hon’ble CM of Goa Dr Pramod Sawant.
The training focused on enhancing the Goa Police’s skills in addressing the complexities of cyber-crime and financial frauds, covering topics such as advanced investigative tools, mobile tracking, cryptocurrency investigations, VPN usage, and online content takedowns.
Hon’ble Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant attended the closing ceremony, emphasizing the importance of applying the newly acquired skills and addressing trending modus operandi cyber crimes viz. child kidnapping. He highlighted the need for proactive measures and ongoing skill development to combat cyber crime effectively. He instructed all police personnel to undertake massive cyber awareness campaign in their areas. He assured all support to Police department to enhance cyber capability of the state.
The Director General of Police (DGP) Goa, Sh Alok Kumar IPS emphasized the State’s commitment to leading in cyber crime prevention. He emphasized that outreach activities should be planned in local languages. The DGP stressed the importance of building a robust foundation of trained personnel and improving technological infrastructure to address digital threats effectively.
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Goa, Sh Omvir Singh IPS acknowledged the critical role of the training in enhancing investigative skills for the safety and security of citizens. He appreciated the support of the Chief Minister and the contributions of I4C in organizing the training, which represents a significant step forward in strengthening the state’s cyber crime response capabilities.
Shri Rajesh Kumar IPS, CEO of I4C, praised the proactive stance of the Goa government and stressed the need for stronger cooperation with I4C due to the rising trends of cyber crimes. He presented a brief about I4C and how Goa police can benefit from it’s capabilities.
SP Crime, Rahul Gupta, IPS, expressed heartfelt gratitude to all participants and organizers. He highlighted the successful collaboration and the valuable insights gained, noting that the training marks a significant advancement in the Goa Police’s efforts to combat cyber crime.
