Government blocks 28,200 mobile handsets involved in cybercrimes
- In Reports
- 05:38 PM, May 10, 2024
- Myind Staff
The government has issued instructions to telecom operators to block 28,200 mobile handsets that have been implicated in cybercrimes. Additionally, approximately 20 lakh mobile numbers linked to these handsets must undergo re-verification. Should the re-verification process fail, the respective numbers will be disconnected.
The government is collaborating across various ministries to combat cybercrimes effectively. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), and State Police have united their efforts to prevent the misuse of telecom resources in cybercrimes and financial frauds. This collaborative initiative seeks to dismantle fraudster networks and safeguard citizens from digital threats.
According to an analysis conducted by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Police, it was revealed that 28,200 mobile handsets were exploited in cybercrimes. Further scrutiny by the DoT revealed that a substantial 20 lakh numbers were associated with these mobile handsets.
Following this discovery, the DoT issued instructions to telecom service providers for the nationwide blocking of 28,200 mobile handsets. Additionally, they were directed to promptly re-verify 20 lakh mobile connections associated with these handsets and disconnect those that fail the re-verification process.
The collaborative effort reflects a collective dedication to public safety and protecting the integrity of telecommunications infrastructure, thereby ensuring a secure digital environment.
A few months ago, the government initiated the Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP) to facilitate coordination among stakeholders in combating the misuse of telecom resources in cybercrime and financial frauds.
The DIP, crafted by the DoT, serves as a secure and integrated platform for real-time intelligence sharing, information exchange, and coordination among stakeholders. These include telecom companies, law enforcement agencies (LEAs), banks, financial institutions (FIs), social media platforms, and identity document issuing authorities.
Stakeholders can access the DIP through secure connectivity, with relevant information shared according to their roles. The platform is not available to citizens.
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