Meta, Google, Airtel join Safer Internet India coalition to combat cyber threats and online fraud

Other members of the coalition include Microsoft, Truecaller and so on

Major global Big Tech companies and telecom companies including Google, Meta, Microsoft and Airtel have joined New Delhi-based Safer Internet India (SII), a new policy advocacy group working in combating cyber threats and promoting user safety, the group announced on February 12.

Other members include Vodafone Idea, Truecaller, Boom, Dream Sports, Fortinet, Zupee, Newschecker and Shiprocket.

In a statement, SII said that the coalition aims to address challenges such as frauds and scams that have increased with the growth in digital adoption in India. They will work on information sharing, awareness campaigns, and disseminating best practices.

Public policy firm Koan Advisory Group will serve as a secretariat for the coalition. SII declined to comment when asked about its organisation structure.

Shivnath Thukral, Vice President and Head of Public Policy, Meta India said, "Online scams and fraudulent activity are a serious issue, especially as more and more people come online. Combatting this issue requires concrete and cooperative measures across the ecosystem, led by the industry.

"The Safer Internet India coalition is a crucial step in fostering cross-industry collaboration to protect Indians from emerging online threats and extends Meta’s goal of actively working with our peers to discuss the latest trends and strategies to prevent, detect, and respond to criminal scammers...," Thukral added.

Jyoti Pawar, Group General Counsel, Microsoft India and South Asia, said, “With India leading the way in GenAI adoption—65% of respondents in the Microsoft Global Online Safety Survey 2025 have used GenAI, more than double the global average—our collaboration with the Safer Internet India coalition is more critical than ever. By leveraging advanced technologies and innovative solutions, we are dedicated to making the internet a safer and more secure space for all.”