KMC to launch digital literacy programme for its denizens

Kathmandu, Nov 28: The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is going to conduct training on digital literacy to enable its residents to perform tasks related to digital transactions in a safe manner.

KMC's spokesperson, Nabin Manandhar, said that a training programme on digital literacy is being launched to protect the denizens against internet-related insecurities.

According to him, it has been decided to conduct this training to promote the use of the internet technology for useful work and to avoid technology-related risks.

"With the growing use of information technology, every individual should know about the proper use of the internet and basic digital security. While the use of technology makes life easier, if not used cautiously, the risks increase equally," spokesperson Manandhar said.

He stated that training is needed to increase easy access to services through the proper use of technology and to protect city residents from potential digital risks.

According to him, to effectively implement e-governance that the government is emphasizing on, citizens must be able to use technology with confidence.

"People should be made aware of cyber security. This responsibility is fulfilled through this type of training," spokesperson Manandhar said, adding that a digital Nepal is needed to make Nepal's governance transparent.

Anirudra Nepal, head of the KMC's Information Technology Department, said that training will begin in the first phase in wards 17, 18, 19 and 29 and will gradually be expanded to other wards.

One should know how to set strong passwords for personal privacy and cyber security, use OTP (one-time password), to identify viruses, antivirus, suspicious links, and ways to avoid them. According to the KMC officials, the training is being organised to make metropolitan residents understand all these topics.