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Senior officer Anitha urges new Andhra Pradesh constables to stay abreast of cybercrime
✍️ thehindu.com
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 07:16 AM
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During an induction program, senior police official Anitha told freshly recruited Andhra Pradesh constables that keeping up‑to‑date with cybercrime trends is essential for effective law enforcement.
Anitha, a senior officer of the Andhra Pradesh Police, addressed a batch of newly appointed constables during their formal induction. She emphasized that the rapid rise in digital offences across the state makes it crucial for frontline officers to be well‑versed in cybercrime dynamics.
The briefing highlighted recent spikes in online fraud, phishing attacks and illicit content distribution, urging constables to familiarize themselves with basic investigative tools and legal provisions related to cyber offences.
Anitha called for continuous learning through police‑run cyber‑crime modules, regular briefings and close coordination with the state cyber‑crime cell. She stressed that staying updated will enable constables to respond swiftly and protect citizens in an increasingly connected environment.
The session concluded with a reminder that digital literacy is now a core competency for all police personnel, and that the department will provide ongoing support and resources to keep the force current on emerging threats.
The briefing highlighted recent spikes in online fraud, phishing attacks and illicit content distribution, urging constables to familiarize themselves with basic investigative tools and legal provisions related to cyber offences.
Anitha called for continuous learning through police‑run cyber‑crime modules, regular briefings and close coordination with the state cyber‑crime cell. She stressed that staying updated will enable constables to respond swiftly and protect citizens in an increasingly connected environment.
The session concluded with a reminder that digital literacy is now a core competency for all police personnel, and that the department will provide ongoing support and resources to keep the force current on emerging threats.