The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) unveiled the Sanchar Saathi portal, a citizen-centric initiative designed to empower mobile subscribers and bolster the security of their devices, today. The portal offers various modules, including the CEIR (Central Equipment Identity Register) and TAFCOP (Telecom Analytics for Fraud Management and Consumer Protection), which provide valuable features such as device tracing, blocking of stolen devices, and verifying the authenticity of mobile phones.
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Cellular Operators Association of India Hails the Initiative
Expressing enthusiasm for this citizen-centric initiative, Lt. Gen. Dr S P Kochhar, Director General of COAI (Cellular Operators Association of India), commented, "On behalf of the Indian telecom industry, we welcome the launch of the Sanchar Saathi portal and congratulate the Government on taking this citizen-centric initiative that will go a long way in empowering mobile subscribers across the country and ensuring the safety and security of their mobile devices."
"The Sanchar Saathi portal presents a great example of digital technology-based solutions being implemented to facilitate the telecom users across the country. The various modules of the portal, such as CEIR and TAFCOP with features like Know your Mobile and use of ASTR, will help in reducing the incidents of mobile phone thefts and detect anomalies to help identify and prevent misuse/frauds," S P Kochhar continued.
"Citizens will be able to know the mobile connections issued in their name, get unrequired connections disconnected, block/trace lost mobile phones and check the genuineness of devices while buying a new/old mobile phone."
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COAI Looks Forward to Collaborating with the Government
"We compliment the Union Minister of Communications and the Department of Telecommunications for this splendid initiative that is focused on making the Indian telecom sector a global benchmark for user security and safety. We look forward to collaborating with the Government in ensuring the success of this initiative and contributing towards a secure and safe telecom ecosystem in India," he concluded.
The launch of the Sanchar Saathi portal showcases the Government's dedication to creating a secure and safe telecom ecosystem in India.
