In a digital age where the internet is central to everyday life, the risks of cybercrime have become increasingly real. From online investment scams and fake part-time job offers to digital arrest hoaxes and Aadhaar-enabled fraud, cyber threats are evolving rapidly. To address these growing concerns in an engaging and impactful way, the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), in collaboration with MyGov, has launched the Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest — a unique initiative aimed at promoting cyber safety awareness among the youth.
What is the Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest?
This exciting contest invites school and college students across India to use doodles as a powerful tool for storytelling and awareness. The goal is to visually depict cybercrime scenarios and encourage safe online behavior in a fun, creative, and relatable format. Participants are encouraged to illustrate characters like:
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Phishing Villains trying to steal personal information
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OTP Thieves sneaking into your privacy
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Digital Defenders and Awareness Champions who protect users through smart online habits
Through this initiative, I4C and MyGov aim to empower students to become Cyber Warriors — vigilant and aware individuals who not only protect themselves but also spread awareness among their peers and communities.
Objectives of the Contest
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To encourage creative expression around serious cyber issues
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To promote cyber hygiene and safe internet usage among young citizens
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To foster peer-led awareness on digital threats through storytelling and art
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To build a community of youth cyber ambassadors for a safer digital India
Who Can Participate?
The contest is open to:
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All school and college students across India
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Doodle submissions can be created using digital tools or on paper (scanned for online submission)
Themes & Ideas to Explore
Participants can focus on any of the following cybercrime threats or awareness topics:
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Investment scams and fake trading platforms
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Sextortion and privacy breaches
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Instant loan frauds and unauthorized app downloads
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AEPS (Aadhaar Enabled Payment System) misuse
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Digital arrest scams and impersonation
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Safe browsing, strong passwords, and reporting cybercrime
The only limit is your imagination. The more relatable and impactful the doodle, the greater its power to educate and inform.
Gratification and Recognition
Winners and participants will be recognized and rewarded in the following ways:
Top 3 Winners:
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Certificate of Appreciation (Digital + Physical)
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Feature on official I4C and MyGov social media handles and website
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Exclusive I4C merchandise
Top 10 Entries:
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Digital Certificates of Merit
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Feature on the “Cyber Smart Wall of Fame” online gallery
All Participants:
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Digital Certificate of Participation
Prize distribution and recognition will be facilitated by I4C, ensuring winners receive national acknowledgment for their creativity and contribution.
