Fraud Calls: TRAI has informed that people are being threatened to block their mobile numbers. Such action is never taken by TRAI. In such a situation, you should immediately report such calls.
Fraud Calls: New methods are used to cheat people. Now the fraudsters have tried to make people their victims by wearing the garb of TRAI. Regarding this, TRAI has appealed to the people to be cautious. Telecom Regulatory Authority of India said on Wednesday that they never call anyone. In such a situation, people should be cautious of such fake calls. Also, law enforcement agencies should be immediately informed about such calls.
People are being threatened to block their mobile numbers in the name of TRAI
TRAI said that they have come to know that pre-recorded calls are being made to people. In this call, they are being threatened that their mobile number will be blocked. Also, to save the mobile number, people are being asked for their personal information. TRAI said that no call or message is ever sent from their side regarding shutting down the mobile number. Apart from this, TRAI has also not given the responsibility of making such calls or messages to any third party agency. In such a situation, customers should be cautious of any call, message or notice in the name of TRAI.
Only your telecom company can shut down your mobile number
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has clarified that only your telecom company can take action to shut down your mobile number. There can be many reasons for this. These can include billing, KYC or misuse of the number. Customers should know that those who threaten to shut down the mobile in the name of TRAI are frauds. If you get such a call, you can also check it by calling the call center of your telecom service provider.
Give information on Chakshu Suvidha, Cyber Crime Helpline Number or Website
TRAI said that in cases like cyber crime and financial fraud, citizens should report on Chakshu Facility available on the Department of Telecommunication’s Sanchar Sathi platform. Apart from this, information about such suspicious calls should also be given by visiting the cyber crime helpline number 1930 or the official website.
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