Apr 10: Kaspersky, a global cybersecurity and digital privacy company, today announces the launch of the Kaspersky Cyber Investigation Centre at KidZania Mumbai located at R City Mall Ghatkopar. KidZania is India’s largest indoor edutainment theme park
The Cyber Investigation Centre is a first-of-its-kind role-play establishment that places children aged 6 years and above at the heart of a real-world cybersecurity mission, investigating cases of phishing, identity theft, and cyberbullying using Kaspersky’s advanced security tools, and learning how to stay safe in an increasingly connected digital world.
Today’s children are digital natives. From a very early age, they are in contact with technology and its benefits. In India, 82.2% of children have access to a mobile device from the age of 14 and use these devices to watch videos, play online, stay in touch with friends and family, and to support themselves in school tasks. As young Indians grow up immersed in the digital world, equipping them with cybersecurity awareness from the earliest possible age has never been more critical.
It is with this vision that Kaspersky and KidZania are proud to present this partnership, one that makes children allies in raising awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and responsible digital citizenship.
“Through a playful, immersive experience, children in India can step into the role of Cyber Investigators, learning about the most common risks of the digital world and discovering the best cybersecurity tools that help protect our digital lives. This is what the cyber heroes of tomorrow will look like,” comments Jaydeep Singh, General Manager for India at Kaspersky.
“At Kaspersky, we believe that cybersecurity is not just a technology challenge, it is a human one. The earlier we equip children with the awareness and skills to navigate the digital world safely, the stronger our collective digital future becomes. Our partnership with KidZania brings this vision to life in the most meaningful way possible by making cybersecurity education immersive, engaging, and genuinely fun for children. We are proud to launch the Cyber Investigation Centre in India, and we look forward to inspiring a new generation of digital defenders,” he adds.
“Every parent today is thinking about how to prepare their child for a digital-first future. At KidZania, we translate those concerns into meaningful experiences. Partnering with Kaspersky, a global leader in cybersecurity, allows us to ensure that children are not just aware of the digital world, but equipped to navigate it safely and confidently” said Mr. Tarandeep Singh Sekhon, CBO, KidZania India.
The Kaspersky Cyber Investigation Centre offers a hands-on experience for kids. Children suit up in Kaspersky uniforms and are stationed at dedicated workstations equipped with monitors and Kaspersky’s security software. Through interactive simulations and digital missions, they learn to identify online threats, practice safe browsing, and respond to real cybersecurity scenarios, all within a 20-minute, hands-on session accommodating up to 6 children at a time. The activity is designed to develop critical thinking, digital awareness, and responsible online behavior in a fun and engaging environment, with children earning KidZos upon successful completion of their investigation.
During the grand launch ceremony at KidZania Mumbai, senior leadership from both Kaspersky and KidZania India inaugurated the Centre alongside media and influencers. The event followed KidZania’s signature show flow, featuring a Diya lighting ceremony, a dance performance, a key handover, and a grand parade through KidZania city, culminating in a ribbon-cutting at the Cyber Investigation Centre and a live role-play experience for guests.
As part of the partnership, visitors purchasing KidZania tickets will receive a complimentary 2-month Kaspersky trial subscription, while KidZania Annual Pass holders will benefit from a 1-year Kaspersky subscription as an exclusive add-on. Kaspersky discount vouchers will also be distributed to families at exit, and children who complete the role-play will receive a personalized Kaspersky Cyber Investigator card. This keepsake marks their achievement as a certified cyber defender.
