Event: CYBERNOVA 2026 - Cyber Awareness School Connect on "Building Safer and Digital Safety"

Date: 29/09/2026 (Tuesday)

Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Mode: Online

Resource person: S.J. John Kennedy, Additional Superintendent of Police, TN Police HQ, Chennai

Organised in association with: Hype Club

Event convener: Dr. J. Jebamalar Tamilselvi, Associate Professor and Head

Event coordinator: Dr. S. Sweetlin Susilabai, Assistant Professor

Participants: 190

Summary of the event

The CYBERNOVA 2026 - Cyber Awareness Month was organized by the Department of Cyber Security, School of Applied Sciences, in association with the Hype Club. As part of it, a special Cyber Awareness School Connect programme on the theme "Building Safer and Digital Safety" was organized on 29 September 2026 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM through online mode, to create awareness among school and college students about responsible and safe participation in the digital environment.

The session was addressed by S.J. John Kennedy, Additional Superintendent of Police, TN Police HQ, Chennai, whose experience in policing and public safety provided valuable insights into cyber awareness and responsible digital behaviour. It highlighted the increasing dependence of young people on digital technologies and the need for safe practices on online services, social media platforms and digital communication tools.

The programme emphasized that cyber safety is a shared responsibility and that awareness plays a crucial role in preventing people from becoming victims of cyber-related incidents. Students were encouraged to remain vigilant, think critically before sharing information online, and follow responsible digital practices.

Key takeaways

• Create awareness about the importance of cyber safety and digital security.
• Promote safe and responsible use of the internet and digital platforms.
• Create awareness about common cyber risks faced in day-to-day digital activities.
• Encourage responsible online behaviour and the protection of personal and sensitive information.
• Promote safe digital communication and social media usage.
• Develop a culture of responsible and informed digital citizenship.