Financial Literacy Guest Talk Organized by Reserve Bank of India, Imphal, in Collaboration with the Department of Management, Manipur Technical University
Imphal, October 14, 2024: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Imphal Office, in collaboration with the Department of Management, Manipur Technical University (MTU), organized a guest talk on Financial Literacy on October 14, 2024. The session was conducted by Shri Shelehu Pao D, Manager, and Smt. Thongam Binita Devi, Assistant Manager, from RBI Imphal Office.
The talk aimed to raise awareness about essential financial concepts and promote responsible financial behavior among the participants. During the session, the resource persons covered key topics including personal finance management, savings, investment avenues, and the importance of financial planning. They also highlighted various RBI initiatives aimed at protecting banking customers and promoting digital banking safety.
A significant segment of the session was dedicated to creating awareness about different kinds of financial and digital frauds. The speakers shared real-life examples of common fraudulent practices, including phishing attacks, vishing (voice phishing) calls, smishing (SMS phishing), fake loan app scams, OTP frauds, SIM swap frauds, and investment scams promising unrealistic returns. Participants were also briefed on UPI frauds, QR code scams, and lottery/prize money frauds, along with practical tips on how to identify, avoid, and report such frauds. The importance of not sharing personal and banking details, and of promptly reporting suspicious activities to the authorities, was strongly emphasized.
The speakers stressed the significance of financial literacy in today’s world, explaining how informed financial decisions can lead to economic stability and security. The session concluded with an interactive Q&A round, where participants’ queries on banking services, financial products, and fraud prevention were addressed.
The event was well-received, with attendees gaining valuable insights into managing their finances effectively and safeguarding themselves against financial and digital frauds. The RBI Imphal Office reaffirmed its commitment to spreading financial awareness as part of its public outreach initiatives, while the Department of Management, MTU, expressed its appreciation for the collaborative effort in empowering students with essential financial knowledge.
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