Fraudulent issuance of SIM cards violates the Telecommunications Act of 2023.
Legal consequences include imprisonment for up to three years and fines up to fifty lakh rupees.
The Department of Telecommunications blacklisted the point‑of‑sale agent who issued twenty‑five illegal connections.
Citizens can use the Sanchar Saathi portal or mobile app to verify and block unknown numbers.
Sharing or selling your SIM card can make you legally responsible for any misuse.
Offenders can face up to three years in prison and fines up to fifty lakh rupees.
The government has blocked dishonest sellers and urges citizens to verify their phone numbers through the Sanchar Saathi platform.
Keeping your phone card private helps protect you from fraud and legal trouble.
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