Cyber Fraud Alert: The Department of Telecommunication (DoT) has advised users to follow three simple steps to avoid fraudulent calls and messages. By following these steps, users will not receive fake calls and messages in the future. The Department of Telecommunications has blocked 1 crore SIM cards so far.
DoT has given some tips to users to avoid fake calls and SMS. In recent times, incidents of financial fraud through fake calls and messages have increased rapidly. The government has taken serious measures to control this problem. A few months ago, the government launched the Chakshu portal for reporting such fake calls and messages. Also, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and TRAI have given strict instructions to telecom operators to curb them.
Report fake calls and messages
Nowadays, smartphones are not just for making or listening to calls; users also use them for transferring money and other tasks. In this situation, even a little carelessness can cause trouble. Hackers harm users through fraudulent calls and messages.
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has advised users to report fake calls and messages through its official X handle. They have explained how to do it in three easy steps. For this, users have to use the government’s Chakshu portal. Based on the reports made on this portal, the Department of Telecommunications has blocked more than 1 crore SIM cards. If you also receive fake calls, then immediately report the fake calls and messages to the Department of Telecommunications. By doing this, many users can be saved from being fraudulent.
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