Harshvardhan Mishra
Introduction
In today’s world, the internet is a lifeline — from online learning and shopping to communication and entertainment, it’s an essential part of our daily routine. However, the digital world also brings a host of cyber threats like investment scams, instant loan traps, part-time job frauds, sextortion, courier scams, digital arrests, and AEPS (Aadhaar Enabled Payment System) misuse.
To tackle these growing challenges and make young citizens the first line of defense, the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), in collaboration with MyGov, has launched an engaging initiative — the Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest.
About the Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest 2025
- Contest Name: Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest – Youth for a Safer Digital India
- Organized By: Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)
- Platform: MyGov
- Start Date: October 1, 2025
- Last Date: October 31, 2025, 17:45 PM IST
Students can login to participate via the MyGov portal and submit their creative doodles before the deadline.
Objective of the Contest
The Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest aims to raise awareness about cyber safety among school and college students through the medium of art and creativity.
Instead of using lectures or technical sessions, this contest leverages storytelling and visual imagination to teach cyber hygiene. Participants are encouraged to create doodles that highlight cybercrimes and showcase ways to stay protected online.
Through this creative approach, the contest hopes to:
- Empower youth as Cyber Warriors of India.
- Build awareness around digital frauds and cyber traps.
- Promote safe online behavior and responsible digital citizenship.
- Spread awareness to peers, families, and communities in a fun and relatable way.
Theme and Ideas for Participants
Students can use their imagination to depict cyber safety scenarios, awareness messages, or crime prevention ideas through doodles.
Some example themes and ideas include:
- Phishing Villain: A doodle character trying to steal passwords or OTPs.
- Awareness Champion: A superhero teaching others how to identify fake links.
- OTP Thief: Illustrate how careless sharing of OTP can lead to fraud.
- Digital Shield: Representing tools and good practices that protect users online.
- Cyber Smart India: Youths promoting a culture of safe and smart internet usage.
The contest encourages participants to combine art, humor, and storytelling to create educational and memorable doodles that inspire digital responsibility.
Eligibility
- Open to school and college students across India.
- Individual participation only.
- Entries must be original and hand-drawn or digitally created doodles.
Prizes and Recognition
The Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest offers exciting recognition and rewards to encourage participation:
🏆 Top 3 Winners
- Certificate of Appreciation (Digital + Physical)
- Recognition on official social media handles and website
- Specially designed I4C merchandise
🎖️ Top 10 Entries
- Digital Certificates of Merit
- Feature on the “Cyber Smart Wall of Fame” online gallery
📜 All Participants
- Digital Certificate of Participation
Prize distribution will be facilitated by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C).
How to Participate
- Visit the MyGov Portal.
- Log in with your MyGov credentials (or register if new).
- Navigate to the Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest page.
- Read the Terms and Conditions (PDF 121 KB) carefully.
- Upload your doodle entry with a brief description.
- Submit before October 31, 2025 (17:45 PM IST).
Why This Contest Matters
Cybercrime is evolving faster than ever, and awareness is the first step toward prevention. By involving students, the I4C and MHA are nurturing a generation that is both digitally creative and cyber-conscious.
This initiative turns art into advocacy, making cyber education accessible, engaging, and impactful. The contest encourages participants to be the change-makers of a safer internet, ensuring India’s youth are not just users, but protectors of the digital realm.
Conclusion
The Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest 2025 is more than just an art competition — it’s a national movement for cyber awareness. By combining creativity with responsibility, India’s young minds can illuminate the path toward a secure and resilient digital future.
Let’s join hands, draw our ideas, and make India’s cyberspace smarter and safer!
