Webinar on Beyond the Firewall: The Societal Cost of Broken Digital Trust

The Department of Computer Science, Manohari Devi Kanoi Girls’ College (MDKG College), Dibrugarh, successfully organised a webinar on “Beyond the Firewall: The Societal Cost of Broken Digital Trust” on 14th October 2026 at 2:00 pm through Google Meet.

The primary objective of the webinar was to create awareness about cybersecurity, data privacy, online safety, and the importance of digital trust in today’s technology-driven society. The programme aimed to encourage students to adopt responsible digital practices and understand the social consequences of cyber threats and breaches of trust.

The programme was inaugurated by the respected Principal, Dr. Anup Jyoti Bharali, who highlighted the importance of technological awareness and responsible digital behaviour. The IQAC Coordinator, Dr. Ashwini Machey, also addressed the gathering, underscoring the significance of academic initiatives in fostering quality education and enhancing students’ awareness of cybersecurity.

The session featured Ms. Roshmi Sarmah, Assistant Professor, Department of Information Technology, SMIT, Sikkim, who shared valuable insights into digital trust, cybersecurity, online privacy, and responsible technology use. Her discussion helped participants understand the importance of building a safe and trustworthy digital environment.

The Vice-Principal, Mr. Aniruddha Dutta, delivered his valuable remarks during the webinar, emphasizing the timeliness and relevance of such academic initiatives and highlighting their significant potential to benefit the student community.

The programme was organised under the initiative of the Department of Computer Science, with the valuable involvement of Ms. Rimpi Sharmah, HoD, Department of Computer Science and the departmental team.