What is the Sanchar Saathi mobile app?

Sanchar Saathi is a mobile app and web portal developed by India’s Department of Telecommunications to empower users against telecom fraud, track and block lost devices, verify SIMs and handsets, and report spam communications.

When was the mobile app launched and by whom?

The app was launched on January 17, 2025 by Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, alongside initiatives like the National Broadband Mission 2.0 and intra‑circle roaming at DBN-funded sites.

What key services does the app provide?

It offers ‘Chakshu’ for reporting fraud/spam calls or SMS, IMEI-based handset genuineness check, listing active SIM connections in your name, and blocking lost or stolen phones using CEIR.

How does the app make fraud reporting easier?

Users can flag suspected fraud or spam communications directly from their call/SMS logs via a built-in ‘Chakshu’ interface, simplifying the submission process.

How widespread is the app’s adoption so far?

Since its launch, the Sanchar Saathi app has been downloaded over 375,000 times within days, adding to the portal’s earlier >9 crore visits, 2.75 crore disconnected SIMs, and 25 lakh blocked handsets.

Which platforms is the app available on?

The app is available for both Android and iOS devices, and users register by sending an automatic OTP via SMS to authorise their number.

Now Report Spam Calls on Sanchar Saathi Mobile App Launched by DoT

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has launched the Sanchar Saathi mobile app, aimed at simplifying the reporting of suspected fraudulent communications. The app enables users to flag such incidents directly from their call logs, enhancing the fight against telecom-related fraud.

SANCHAR SAATHI APP is now LIVE!

Scan for your digital safety today and access essential tools at your fingertips!#SancharSaathiMobileApp pic.twitter.com/TNKhRHUE4O
— DoT India (@DoT_India) January 17, 2025

Announcing the app, Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia also unveiled two other key initiatives:

Vision for National Broadband Mission 2.0

Intra-Circle Roaming at Digital Bharat Nidhi-funded 4G Mobile Sites

The Sanchar Saathi portal, initially introduced in 2023, has already proven effective in combating fraud calls. The new app builds on this foundation, offering users an added layer of protection and convenience.

CNAP Caller ID to be Implemented by Telcos by March 2026

During the launch, Minister Scindia emphasized that the Sanchar Saathi initiative ensures a “safe and secure environment where the privacy and security of every customer are safeguarded.” This marks another step forward in strengthening India’s digital ecosystem.

Now Report Spam Calls on Sanchar Saathi Mobile App Launched by DoT

CNAP Caller ID to be Implemented by Telcos by March 2026

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