Seminar on Financial Literacy and Cyber Security

Department of Commerce, Department of Computer Science and Career Guidance and Placement Cell of Babbar Akali Memorial Khalsa College, Garhshankar, organised a Seminar on “Financial Literacy and Cyber Security”on 12 October, 2026 at the college Seminar Hall. This programme was coordinated by Dr. Janki Aggarwal who delivered welcome address at the beginning of the session. The  programme was organised to create awareness among students about financial literacy, smart investment practices, and online safety.

The resource person for the session was Mr. Parveen Kumar, SEBI-Certified SMART Trainer, who delivered an insightful talk on the importance of making informed investment decisions and adopting safe digital practices. He guided students on the fundamentals of SMART investment, the significance of financial planning, and the need to understand investment risks before investing money. He also highlighted the importance of investor awareness and responsible financial behaviour.

During the session, Mr. Kumar discussed various aspects of Cyber Security, including online fraud, phishing attacks, suspicious links, digital payment scams, and the protection of personal and financial information. He encouraged students to remain vigilant while using digital platforms and to follow essential cyber safety practices to protect themselves from online threats. The lecture helped students understand the close connection between financial awareness and digital security in today’s technology-driven world.

The programme coordinator,  Dr. Janki Aggarwal  ensured the smooth conduct of the event. Prof. Gurjinder efficiently conducted the stage proceedings.

At the conclusion of the session, Principal, Dr. Amandeep Heera delivered the vote of thanks. She expressed her gratitude to the resource person for sharing valuable knowledge and practical insights with the students. She also appreciated the collective efforts of the organising departments, the Career Guidance and Placement Cell, and the faculty members for arranging this informative programme.

The Seminar proved to be a valuable learning experience for the students, enhancing their understanding of SMART investment, financial awareness, and Cyber Security . The programme concluded with a message encouraging students to make informed financial decisions and practise safe and responsible digital behaviour.

The event was attended by Principal Dr. Amandeep Heera, Dr. Ajay Dutta (Head of the Department of Computer Science) and Dr. Gurpreet Singh (Coordinator of the Career Guidance and Placement Cell). Faculty members of both the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Commerce along with students from both departments, were also present and participated in the programme.