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Rani Mukerji attended the Cyber Awareness Month inauguration at Mumbai Police Headquarters. She highlighted the alarming rise in cybercrimes targeting women and children within homes. The actor connected her real-life advocacy to her on-screen cop role in Mardaani franchise. She urged collective action and promoted government helplines for digital safety.

Key Points: Rani Mukerji Urges Collective Action for Cyber Safety

  • Rani emphasized cybercrime's silent rise within homes targeting women and children
  • She connected her Mardaani film role to real-life cyber safety advocacy
  • The actor praised Maharashtra Police helplines 1930 and 1945 as citizen blessings
  • Rani stressed collective responsibility for digital safety as woman and mother
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We all should stand together for a safer digital world: Rani Mukerji

Rani Mukerji joins Maharashtra Police for Cyber Awareness Month, highlighting rising cybercrimes against women and children while promoting helpline numbers.

"Let us pledge today to stay alert, speak up, and stand together for a safer digital world - Rani Mukerji"

Mumbai, October 3

Actor Rani Mukerji emphasised the importance of cybersecurity, particularly in an era marked by extensive use of digital platforms.

On Friday, she attended the inauguration ceremony of Cyber Awareness Month 2025 at State Police Headquarters in Mumbai.

Addressing the event, Rani said, "I am truly humbled and honoured to be part of the inauguration of Cyber Awareness Month. Over the years, through my films, I have had the privilege to portray women who fight against injustice and protect the vulnerable. In fact, today, I have rushed here from the shooting Mardaani 3 so it all feels very surreal right now. This initiative taken by the Maharashtra Police is applaudable."

"Today, cybercrimes -- especially those against women and children -- are silently rising within our homes. As a woman, and as a mother, I understand how crucial awareness is. When families know how to stay safe and where to seek help, real protection begins. I would like to also thank the honourable Chief Minister sir (Devendra Fadnavis), honourable ACS Sir (Iqbal Singh Chahal) and respected DGP ma'am (Rashmi Shukla), for guidance and leadership in prioritising this crucial mission of cyber safety," she highlighted.

Noting the importance of the helpline numbers by the government that ensure better safety in the state, Rani said, "The dial 1930 and dial 1945 helplines are a blessing to all the citizen. As an actor, I may bring stories to life on screen. But as a woman, as a mother and as a citizen, I feel it is our collective responsibility to ensure that no child cries in silence, no woman feels unsafe and no family loses peace of mind because of cyber crime."

"Let us pledge today to stay alert, speak up, and stand together for a safer digital world," she concluded.

Rani, who plays a cop in her franchise 'Mardaani', joined Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, Director General of Police (Maharashtra State), Rashmi Shukla, Iqbal Singh Chahal (IPS), Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Government of Maharashtra, and Akshay Kumar among others at the event.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great initiative by Maharashtra Police! Cyber crimes are indeed increasing rapidly. My sister faced online harassment last year and it was traumatic for our entire family. More celebrities should come forward like Rani to educate people.
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the awareness campaign, I wish they would focus more on practical workshops in schools and colleges rather than just celebrity events. The real change happens when we educate our youth about digital safety from early age.
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Meera T
Rani coming straight from Mardaani 3 shooting to this event shows her genuine commitment! 🎬➡️🛡️ Her message about collective responsibility is so true. We need to teach our parents and elders about online scams too - they are often the most vulnerable.
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Sarah B
As someone working in IT security, I'm glad to see mainstream attention on cybersecurity. The helpline numbers are a good start, but we need stronger laws and faster response times. Still, awareness is the first step! 👍
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Kavya N
Bahut acchi initiative hai! My daughter's school should have such sessions. Nowadays children are so tech-savvy but they don't know about online dangers. Rani as a mother understands these concerns perfectly. 👏

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