Sanchar Saathi App Blocks 6 Phones Per Minute, Recovers 3 Stolen Devices Every 2 Minutes

The Sanchar Saathi app has been making headlines recently due to its role in mobile security. Initially, the government had mandated the app to be pre-installed on all smartphones, but the order was later withdrawn. Despite this, the app continues to demonstrate remarkable results. According to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Sanchar Saathi is currently blocking six mobile phones every minute and recovering three stolen devices every two minutes.

What is Sanchar Saathi?
Sanchar Saathi is a government-backed app and portal designed to protect your smartphone and personal data. Through this platform, users can:

• Block lost or stolen smartphones.
• Verify the number of mobile connections registered in their name.
• Check the authenticity of their device using the IMEI number.
• Report fraudulent or suspicious calls, including international calls originating from Indian numbers.

How the App Works
To use Sanchar Saathi, download it from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Users can select their preferred language, including English, Hindi, or other regional languages. After registering with their name, they gain access to the app’s full range of services.

Blocking a Lost or Stolen Phone
If a smartphone is lost or stolen, it can be blocked via the app or portal by following these steps:

1. Click on “Block your lost/stolen mobile handset.”
2. Select “Block Lost/Stolen Mobile.”
3. Enter details such as mobile number, IMEI number, brand, model, price, and upload the purchase bill.
4. Check the status of your request using “Check Request Status.”

A Reliable Tool for Mobile Security
The DoT emphasizes that Sanchar Saathi makes mobile security faster, simpler, and more reliable, helping users safeguard their data and identity. The app also allows reporting of cyber fraud, suspicious activity, and cybercrime.

According to a recent press release, over 14 million users have already downloaded the app. It is available for Android users on the Google Play Store and iPhone users on the Apple App Store, providing a simple and effective way to verify device authenticity and secure personal information.