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The Internet has
evolved as a great tool
for millions across the globe. By
focussed
typing just a few words into a computer, it
is possible to find information about any
subject. In a matter of minutes you can
find information about universities
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students in sixth standard and above.
The sessions in schools cover topics that range from maintaining
confidentiality and not interacting with strangers online to tips on
abroad, listen to music from your downloading content, posting pictures, online chatting etc. In addition to
favourite music artists, read about students, parents and teachers are also being educated on Internet
Bollywood stars, and compare prices of awareness and the need to be involved with children.
latest gadgets - the list is endless.
In recent months, Mumbai police and Google employee volunteers have
Given the many benefits, it's natural for visited English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, and Urdu-medium schools in
children to explore the Internet. From Mumbai to conduct this campaign.
seeking information to making life-long
friends, more and more students are
coming online. It is, therefore, important
to educate them on how to use the
Internet judiciously and stay safe online.
Shailesh Rao, Managing Director, Google India said, “Nowhere in the
world is the idea that young people are the future truer than in India, so it
is critical to empower our youth with all the tools that will help them build
a better life. The Internet is feeding the curiosity of youth - encouraging
them to ask new questions and to expand the boundaries of their
With this objective, Google India has knowledge. The 'Be NetSmart' campaign is a step towards ensuring their
launched a national Internet safety safety online, while they continue to explore limitless possibilities.”
campaign called 'Be NetSmart'. The
campaign was launched in Mumbai on
February 18th 2008, in collaboration
“Ensuring the safety of children online requires a collaborative effort on
the part of parents, teachers, authorities and service providers. This
campaign is one such collaborative effort. Google and Mumbai Police
with the Mumbai Police. Since then, are aiming to reach out to students to educate them about Internet
Mumbai Police and Google have security. It is vital to remember that the Internet is here to stay. It is our job
already reached nearly 15,000 students, to teach our kids to be safe and smart,” said Sanjay Mohite, Deputy
300 teachers, and 30 schools with the Commissioner of Police (Enforcement).
“Be NetSmart” message and eventually
aim to educate over 25,000 students in
the city.
With an ambitious plan to replicate the success in Mumbai across the
country, Google India is in talks with police organizations in cities across
India about forging partnerships to together educate students, teachers,
'Be NetSmart' is an interactive campaign and parents in the local communities.
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Sept-Oct 2009 47