The threat of phone theft, fake calls, and fraudulent messages has become a major concern for every Indian today. Often, people don’t realize when and how real danger strikes them. To address this serious problem, the Central Government has launched the Sanchar Saathi app as a powerful security tool. This app puts your mobile’s security directly in your hands, and the tremendous increase in its downloads in the last 24 hours makes this news extremely important for you.
Major Government U-Turn
Previously, the Central Government had mandated that the Sanchar Saathi app be pre-installed on all new smartphones. However, the government has now withdrawn this drastic decision. The government says this decision was taken because people began downloading the app rapidly. Now, you can keep the app on your phone if you wish, or delete it if you don’t. There is no obligation of any kind.
Millions of people are using it
According to government data, the Sanchar Sathi portal has recorded nearly 200 million downloads so far, while the app’s download count has exceeded 15 million. With the app’s help, the government has blocked 17.5 million fake mobile connections and registered complaints about 3 million stolen phones. Of these, 750,000 phones have been recovered, an unprecedented achievement. This data is a solid testament to the app’s power.
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Why is the Sanchar Sathi app so important for you
Whether you have a new or old phone, Sanchar Sathi helps protect your mobile identity. Often, we don’t even know how many mobile numbers are running in our name, or if someone is misusing a stolen phone. This app protects you from all these dangers. What you can do in the app:
KYM (Know Your Mobile)
You can enter any phone’s IMEI number to check whether it’s genuine, stolen, or blacklisted. This feature is extremely useful for those buying second-hand phones.
Numbers in Your Name
This feature directly shows you which mobile numbers are active on your ID proof. If you see an invalid or unwanted number, you can report it immediately.
Blocking a Stolen/Lost Phone
If your phone is stolen or lost, you can block it on all networks through this app to prevent it from being misused.
Report Fraud Calls and Messages
If you receive a fake call, spam message, or suspicious mobile number, you can file a complaint directly within the app.
A foreign number appearing to be an Indian number
Sometimes you receive a call that appears to be an Indian number, but is actually an international call. You can also report this through Sanchar Sathi.
App Download and Registration Process
The Sanchar Sathi app is readily available on both the Google Play Store (Android) and the Apple App Store (iPhone). If it’s not installed on your phone, simply open the store, search for ‘Sanchar Sathi’, and install it.
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After downloading the app, open it and log in with your mobile number. An OTP (One-Time Password) will be sent to your number. Once you enter the OTP, your registration will be complete, and all the app’s powerful features will become available to you.
Sanchar Sathi’s mission is to completely protect people from mobile fraud. In today’s world, when everything is done on the phone, this app plays a vital role in protecting you from theft, fake calls, spam, and fake mobile connections. It’s simple to download, and its unique features make it a must-have for every phone user.