Akshay Kumar recently shared a disturbing incident involving his 13 year old daughter to highlight the growing threat of cybercrime among children. While playing an online video game, her daughter was approached by an unknown person who asked her to send explicit pictures. Akshay Kumar recounted the experience at the Cyber Awareness Month 2025 event in Mumbai, emphasizing the need for cyber education in schools.
The actor is calling for weekly cyber awareness sessions in Maharashtra schools for students in grades 7-10. Akshay Kumar believes this will help children stay safe and informed in the digital space. He stressed that cybercrime is becoming a significant threat, surpassing street crime in severity.
Akshay Kumar's appeal to the government to include cyber education as a regular subject in schools comes at a time when online safety is a growing concern. With children increasingly exposed to the internet and online gaming, educating them about cyber safety and etiquette is crucial.
The event was attended by notable figures, including Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Rani Mukerji. Akshay Kumar's efforts to raise awareness about cybercrime and promote online safety among children are commendable. His initiative could make a significant difference in protecting young people from online threats.