A digital platform named ‘Sanchar Saathi’ is now becoming a big support in cases of mobile theft and fraud. On Friday, Minister of State for Telecommunications, Dr. Chandra Shekhar Pemmasani informed that with the help of this portal, more than 20.28 lakh lost or stolen mobile phones have been detected, and the government has blocked more than 33.5 lakh mobile phones.

also curb fraud
The minister said that the communication partner platform not only finds lost mobiles, but also helps people in reporting fake mobile connections, spam calls and fraud messages. The government’s goal is to create a safe and civil-centered digital ecosystem, in which technology becomes a tool for the safety of common people.

Reached 4.64 lakh phone owners so far
According to sources, out of the reported cases, on an average, 22.9% phone has been recovered. Of these, 4.64 lakh phones have been sent to their real owners. This is a big achievement in itself and also the news of relief for the people.

How to use communication partner platform?
Go to the website: or download the app.

Go to Citizen Centric Services section.

Here you will get these services:

Reporting suspected call or fraud

Blocking and tracking lost or stolen phone

Take information about active mobile connection in your name

The phone is real or fake – check this

Getting information to internet service provider

Chakshu Portal: Fraud Calls and SMS
Apart from this, the government has also started the Chakshu portal which allows you to report fake calls, messages and emails coming on mobile. If you get an international call under the guise of an Indian number, you can also report it directly.

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