Ministry of Textiles
Ministry of Textiles Organized Workshops on Cyber Security & Secure Digital Disposal and E-Waste Management Awareness under Special Campaign 6
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As part of Special Campaign 6, the Ministry of Textiles organized workshops on E-Waste Management Awareness and Cyber Security & Secure Digital Disposal on 15 October 2026, involving over 85 officials. The cyber security session focused on familiarizing staff with emerging threats such as phishing attacks, malware, fraudulent WhatsApp messages, and digital arrest scams, emphasizing cyber hygiene and incident reporting. The e-waste management session highlighted the adverse environmental impacts of improper electronic waste disposal, the benefits of reuse, refurbishment, and recycling, and the need for proper segregation and disposal of obsolete equipment through authorized channels in alignment with applicable rules.