RBI Launches ‘RBI Reelathon 2026’ to Combat Cyber Financial Frauds in Kerala

Current Context: On 16 June 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Thiruvananthapuram launched the ‘RBI Reelathon 2026’, inaugurated by Kerala DGP Ravada Chandrasekhar.

• It is a state‑level mass awareness campaign targeting college st udents against rising cyber‑financial frauds like illegal loan apps, mule accounts, digital arrest scams, fake jobs, and fraudulent investments.
• The initiative spans ~150 colleges in Kerala in multi‑phases.
• Phase‑1: Awareness programs on smart borrowing, safe digital banking, and cyber hygiene.
• Phase‑2: Reel‑making competition where students create short videos on cyber fraud themes.
• Phase‑3: Winning reels promoted on official platforms, including Kerala Police social media, to amplify reach.

This campaign strengthens digital literacy & financial safety among youth.

Question:

Q.1 Which organization launched the ‘RBI Reelathon 2026’ on 16 June 2026?
a) National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)
b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Thiruvananthapuram
c) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
d) Kerala State IT Mission

Answer: b) RBI Thiruvananthapuram launched the RBI Reelathon 2026 to spread awareness among students about cyber-financial frauds and promote safe digital banking practices.