Archive · 16 Sep 2026
APMC Police Use Ganeshotsav Display To Promote Cyber Safety
The APMC police decorated a Ganeshotsav display with safety messages.
The display teaches people how to avoid online scams.
It says not to share passwords, bank details or one-time codes with strangers.
It also warns people not to click suspicious links.
Anyone affected by online fraud should quickly contact the authorities.
Another message encourages young people to stay away from drugs.
The police say a healthy, drug-free life is safer.
They hope the festival display helps citizens learn and work with the police.
APMC police in Navi Mumbai used their Ganeshotsav decoration to spread public-safety messages.
The display focuses on preventing cyber fraud and promoting a drug-free society.
Citizens were warned not to share OTPs, PINs, CVVs, passwords or bank details.
People were also advised to avoid suspicious links and report online fraud promptly.
Police urged young people to reject drugs and cooperate in preventing crime and substance abuse.
- Who
- The APMC police, led in the initiative by Senior Police Inspector Abasaheb Patil.
- What
- A Ganeshotsav decoration was used to raise awareness about cyber fraud, drug abuse and public safety.
- When
- During Ganeshotsav.
- Where
- At the APMC police station in Navi Mumbai.
- Why
- To connect with citizens and promote awareness, vigilance and cooperation against cybercrime and drug abuse.
- Location
- APMC police station, Navi Mumbai
- Festival
- Ganeshotsav
- Initiative lead
- Senior Police Inspector Abasaheb Patil
- Main themes
- Cyber security, drug prevention and public safety
- Cyber warnings
- Do not share OTPs, PINs, CVVs, passwords or bank account details with unknown people.
- Online fraud advice
- Avoid suspicious links and contact the concerned authorities without delay after fraud.
- Drug-prevention message
- Young people were urged to say no to drugs and choose a healthy life.