Report on Guest Lecture: Care and Protection
Organized for Digital Mitra Trainees, DBTech Kalaburgi
1. Event Details
- Topic: Care and Protection
- Guest Speaker: Advocate Manohar
- Date 05:06:2026
- Venue: DBTech Kalaburgi Training Centre
- Participants: Digital Mitra trainees, DBTech staff, coordinators
2. Objective of the Session
The guest lecture was organized to sensitize Digital Mitra trainees on legal aspects of care and protection, focusing on digital safety, rights, and responsibilities relevant to their role as community digital facilitators.
3. Key Points Covered by Advocate Manohar
*Theme* *
Details Discussed*
*Introduction to Care & Protection* Meaning of care and protection under Indian law. Importance for vulnerable groups including children, women, and digital users
*Digital Safety* Cybercrime trends, safe internet practices, protecting personal data, avoiding online frauds and scams
*Legal Provisions* Overview of IT Act 2000, POCSO Act, relevant sections of IPC related to digital offences and protection
*Role of Digital Mitras* Responsibilities in spreading awareness, reporting cyber incidents, guiding community members on helplines: 1930, 1098, 181
*Case Studies* Real-life examples of cyber fraud and how timely intervention helped victims. Do’s and Don’ts while handling sensitive cases
*Q&A Session* Trainees asked about handling fake loan apps, social media harassment, and privacy concerns. Advocate Manohar clarified legal remedies
4. Outcome & Feedback
- Trainees gained clarity on legal safeguards and their role in community protection.
- Interactive session helped clear doubts on reporting mechanisms and ethical handling of beneficiary data.
- Participants expressed that the session was practical and relevant to fieldwork as Digital Mitras.
5. Conclusion
The session by Advocate Manohar was informative and aligned with DBTech’s goal of empowering youth with legal awareness. Such guest lectures strengthen the trainees’ capacity to serve communities responsibly in the digital space.