DoT plans mobile ID checks to curb cyber fraud
The
telecom department
has proposed tightening its
cybersecurity rules
, under which it can now direct telecom operators and other entities like banks, financial institutions, e-commerce players, etc., to verify mobile numbers or identities of users through a centralised platform, in another step to curb
online fraud
and spoofing.
The stakeholders can verify the mobile numbers of users by paying a prescribed fee for using the platform, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has proposed in a draft notification to amend the Telecommunications (
Telecom Cyber Security
) Rules, 2024.
"With a view to ensuring telecom cyber security and prevent security incidents, the Central Government shall by itself, or through an agency authorised by the Central Government, establish a MNV (
mobile number validation
) platform and issue directions to authorised entities and licensees, as regards the form and manner in which to participate on such platform," DoT said in the draft notification.
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Further, the government can issue directions to phone makers to provide assistance as required in relation to tampered devices bearing International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers.
The manufacturers can also be asked not to assign IMEIs that are already in use in telecommunication networks in India, to new telecommunication equipment that are being manufactured in India or imported to India.
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As per the draft rules, the Central government shall, either directly or through an agency authorised by it, will maintain a database of IMEIs which are tampered, or whose use has been restricted.
If the government considers that immediate action is necessary or expedient in public interest, it shall without issuing a notice, pass an order to the telcos to temporarily suspend the use of a mobile number. "The proposed Telecom Cybersecurity Amendment Rules 2025 represent a strong policy move toward securing India's digital infrastructure. By mandating verification of user identifiers through a centralized government platform, the regulation aims to reduce telecom-related fraud and enhance digital accountability across sectors," Tarun Wig, co-founder & CEO at Innefu Labs said.
However, the broader implications include potential friction around data privacy, integration complexity, and the cost of compliance especially for smaller digital platforms and startups. "Operationalizing such a system at scale while ensuring minimal disruption and maximum data protection will be a key challenge," Wig said.
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