# Air Force schools adopt 'ScrollControl': 42 schools join, 261 teachers certified as cyber crime intervention officers URL: https://kasba.co.in/en/story/air-force-schools-adopt-scrollcontrol-42-schools-join-261-te Language: en · Section: Nation · Published: 2026-11-02 Source: PIB, "वायु सेना के स्कूलों ने बच्चों की डिजिटल सुरक्षा के लिए कार्यक्रम को अपनाया", 2026-11-02, https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2331467 The Indian Air Force Educational and Cultural Society, through the ISAC Foundation, has linked Air Force schools across the country to the child digital safety programme 'ScrollControl'. Under it, 261 teachers from 42 schools have completed certification as cyber crime intervention officers. ## What this means for you The programme is tied to Air Force schools, so ordinary parents have no form or application to fill. If your child studies in one of these schools, you can ask the school about its cyber club and awareness sessions. For other parents, the news signals that online safety for children is being taken up at the school level. ## Key facts - 42 Air Force schools linked to the 'ScrollControl' programme - 261 teachers completed the cyber crime intervention officer certification course - The initiative was launched alongside National Cyber Security Awareness Month - Schools can set up cyber clubs and hold awareness sessions for parents and staff - Schools can be recognised as a 'Cyber Safe School' - Victims to get 24-hour support through cyber advocates, psychologists and forensic experts ## What has happened Under Air Headquarters, the Indian Air Force Educational and Cultural Society has linked Air Force schools across the country to the child digital safety programme 'ScrollControl' through the Information Sharing and Analysis Centre (ISAC) Foundation. The initiative was launched alongside National Cyber Security Awareness Month. According to the notice, 42 Air Force schools are part of the programme, and 261 teachers from these schools have completed a certification course as cyber crime intervention officers. ## Why this was done The notice says affordable high-speed internet, smart devices and easy access to social media mean schoolchildren are increasingly coming into contact with digital spaces designed mainly for adults. That concern prompted the move. The training aims to protect children from online enticement and exploitation, misuse of artificial intelligence, risks linked to online gaming and financial fraud. ## What training teachers received According to the notice, teachers have also been trained to preserve digital evidence. In the event of a cyber crime, they can act as first responders. The notice also says the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has directed its affiliated schools to observe a 'Cyber Awareness Day' every month. This initiative will help Air Force schools build a trained internal system of their own. ## What schools will get Under the programme, Air Force schools can set up cyber clubs. They can give students certified training in cyber safety and hold awareness sessions for parents and staff. Families will also get access to a platform that rates digital content by age. Schools can also be recognised as a 'Cyber Safe School'. ## Support for victims According to the notice, along with training and certification of teachers, the ISAC Foundation is arranging to panel them in the national security database. A multi-disciplinary mechanism of cyber advocates, cyber psychologists and forensic experts is also being set up to give victims 24-hour support. ## What this means for ordinary people The programme is for Air Force schools, so ordinary parents have no application to make. Families whose children study in these schools can ask the school about its cyber club and awareness sessions. ## Questions and answers **What is the ScrollControl programme?** It is a child digital safety programme linked to Air Force schools through the ISAC Foundation. Its aim is to protect children from online enticement and exploitation, misuse of artificial intelligence, online gaming risks and financial fraud. **How many Air Force schools and teachers are covered?** 42 Air Force schools across the country are linked to the programme. Teachers from these schools, 261 in number, have completed certification as cyber crime intervention officers. **Can ordinary parents apply for this?** No, the notice mentions no application or registration for ordinary parents. The programme is for Air Force schools. **What will the trained teachers do?** Teachers will act as first responders in cyber crime incidents and help preserve digital evidence. Schools can set up cyber clubs and give students certified training. **How will a cyber crime victim get help?** According to the notice, the ISAC Foundation is arranging 24-hour support for victims through a multi-disciplinary mechanism of cyber advocates, cyber psychologists and forensic experts. Kasba Desk, Kasba. This routine notice was drafted with AI from an official source and published automatically; an editor reviews it after publishing.