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Guide to Cyber Vigilance & Effective Cyber Awareness

OSA & SLRCG observes Vigilance Week during TISS Navati organized

Guide to Cyber Vigilance & Effective Cyber Awareness

26 October – 3 November 2026 | Under Navati and Viksit Bharat Initiatives

The Students' Affairs Office and SLRCG, TISS observed Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 with a series of activities promoting integrity, honesty, accountability, transparency and responsible citizenship. The theme for the Vigilance week 2026 was Probity for Prosperity .

About the Program:

Vigilance Pledge & TISS Integrity Tree

The celebrations began with the Vigilance Pledge administered by Officiating Deputy Registrar (Administration), Mr. Ramchandra Rathod, in the august presence of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. Badri Narayan Tiwari, Officiating Registrar Dr. Narendra Mishra, Prof. M. Mariappan, Dean, Students’ Affairs, Dr. Vaishali Kolhe, Dr. Josephine Anthony, Dr. Sonali Kusum, along with students, faculty and staff.

🌳 Students creatively developed the TISS Integrity Tree using colourful handprints, symbolising their collective commitment to honesty, sincerity, accountability and transparency.

🎨 Poster Making Competition – ‘Probity for Prosperity’ | 28 October

In collaboration with Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), a poster-making competition was organised on the theme ‘Probity for Prosperity’. Students from various Schools participated enthusiastically, expressing the values of integrity and ethical conduct through their artwork. IOCL awarded prizes ranging from ₹3,000 to ₹500 to the winners.

💻 Cyber Security & Cyber Hygiene Awareness | 3 November

The concluding event focused on cyber security, digital hygiene and prevention of online frauds. Dr. Nilesh Palve, MBBS, Dy. SP, Maharashtra Cyber, graced the occasion as Chief Guest, while Mr. Rohit Lambade, Cyber Expert, Maharashtra Cyber, delivered an engaging session with practical demonstrations highlighting hacking techniques, online frauds and digital safety measures.

Dr. Vaishali Kolhe, Acting Dean, Students’ Affairs, welcomed the guests and administered the Vigilance Pledge. Dr. Sonali Kusum highlighted the importance of cyber hygiene, and Dr. Josephine Anthony proposed the vote of thanks. Students actively participated and thoroughly enjoyed the interactive session.

TISS extends its sincere gratitude to Indian Oil Corporation Limited and Maharashtra Police – Maharashtra Cyber for their valuable support and collaboration.

The week-long observance reinforced the message that vigilance begins with individual responsibility and integrity. Together, let us nurture ethical values and contribute towards a transparent, secure and progressive Viksit Bharat.

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