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16/05/23 06:56 AM IST

Indian government launches CEIR tracking system for lost or stolen mobile phones

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  • In a move to combat mobile phone theft, the Indian government is rolling out a tracking system that will enable people to block and track their lost or stolen mobile phones across the country.
Mobile Tracking System
  • The Central Equipment Identity Register, has been developed to address the growing concern of mobile phone theft in India.
  • Its primary objective is to provide a robust platform that enables users to block and track their lost or stolen mobile phones effectively.
  • By implementing this system, the government aims to discourage mobile phone theft and facilitate the tracing of such devices, while also curbing the use of cloned or counterfeit mobile phones.
  • One significant aspect of the CEIR system is the mandatory disclosure of the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number before the sale of mobile devices in India.
  • The IMEI number, a unique 15-digit identifier, serves as a crucial parameter in preventing the entry of unauthorized mobile phones onto telecom networks.
  • By maintaining a list of approved IMEI numbers, telecom operators can effectively restrict the usage of unauthenticated devices.
  • The CEIR system has already shown promising results during its pilot run.
  • The Karnataka Police made use of the system to retrieve and restore more than 2,500 misplaced mobile phones to their legitimate owners.
Source- The Hindu

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