DIMAPUR: The Nagaland Cyber Tour 2026, undertaken by MMB Cyber School in collaboration with Nagaland Police, concluded in Kohima after covering all 17 districts of the state.
Conducted in two phases from July 31 to October 23, 2026 the initiative reached over 6,500 individuals through programmes held in 50 educational institutions and five community-level engagements.
The statewide campaign focused on creating awareness on cybercrime, online financial fraud, phishing, identity theft, cyberbullying, misinformation, fraudulent job and scholarship offers, digital privacy and responsible internet use. Through interactive sessions and practical demonstrations, participants were encouraged to identify suspicious online activities, protect personal information and adopt preventive measures against cyber threats.
The first phase of the tour commenced at Baptist Higher Secondary School, Tseminyu, on July 31 and concluded on August 14, covering institutions across Tseminyu, Tuensang, Noklak, Shamator, Kiphire, Meluri and Satakha.
The second phase began at Union Christian School, Pfutsero, on September 21 and concluded at Loyola School, Kohima, on October 23. During this phase, awareness programmes were conducted in educational institutions across Phek, Wokha, Mokokchung, Longleng, Mon, Niuland, Dimapur, Peren and Kohima districts.
Apart from schools and colleges, the campaign also extended to community-based engagements, including programmes at Thang Students’ Union Library-cum-Tuition Centre and the SP Conference Hall in Noklak, Yimkhiung Tribal Complex in Shamator, a children’s home in Satakha and a stakeholder awareness session involving police personnel and civil society representatives in Mon district.
The community outreach programmes focused on issues such as fraudulent financial schemes, impersonation, suspicious communications, digital arrest scams, deceptive online offers and the protection of personal and banking information. Participants were also sensitised on the role of parents, community leaders and local organisations in promoting cyber awareness and encouraging prompt reporting of cybercrime.
The initiative received extensive support from Nagaland Police under the guidance of Director General of Police Rupin Sharma, and Additional Director General of Police Sandeep M. Tamgadge. The cooperation of district police authorities, educational institutions, local bodies and community representatives contributed significantly to the successful conduct of the programme across the state.
Held under the theme “Think, Verify, Protect”, the awareness sessions emphasised the importance of exercising caution before responding to unfamiliar online communications, verifying information and digital transactions, safeguarding confidential information and seeking assistance through appropriate reporting channels.
With the conclusion of the Nagaland Cyber Tour 2026, organisers underscored the need for sustained cyber safety education and public awareness.
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