To crack down on fraud, Department of Telecommunications launches Sanchar Sathi app, it will help users in this way

Last updated:January 18, 2025, 11:17 pm IST

Sanchar Sarathi was established in May 2023 and now it has finally been launched as an application for smartphones. This app will protect users from fraudulent phone calls. Know how this will work.

New Delhi. These days, cases of fraud on calls have increased. Maybe this has happened with you too. Online, through internet or on call, fraudsters very cleverly extort money from you by identifying the weaknesses of your mobile and yours. In view of the increasing number of these incidents, the Department of Telecommunications, also known as DoT, has officially launched the Sanchar Sathi smartphone app.

The function of this app is to deal with such fraudulent calls and increase mobile security for Indian users. The app is designed so that you can report suspicious activities directly from your call log. This will make the process of addressing fraudulent incidents faster and easier.

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What is Sanchar Sathi App?
Sanchar Sathi app is a form of Sanchar Sathi portal. It was introduced by the government in May 2023 and has been launched in the form of an app. This portal was created to combat fraudulent calls and strengthen mobile security across the country.

The app will retain the unique features of the portal and give smartphone users a more convenient way to secure their mobile connections and combat fraudulent activities.

Features of Sanchar Sathi App
This tool will enable users to block and locate lost handsets, thereby preventing unauthorized use of stolen devices. This feature will enable users to monitor their mobile connections, identify unauthorized usage and disconnect unnecessary or fraudulent connections. Users can see how many active mobile connections are registered in their name and take action to report or disconnect these connections.