August 22, 2024 2:05 PM

TRAI warns citizens of fraudulent calls impersonating telecom regulator

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued an advisory about a rise in fraudulent calls from scammers impersonating the telecom regulator. These calls, often featuring pre-recorded messages, falsely claim that the recipient’s mobile number will soon be blocked and attempt to extract personal information under this guise. TRAI clarified that it does not engage in direct communication with customers regarding mobile number disconnections, whether through messages, calls, or an...