Have you also received a notice issued in the name of
@TRAI seeking ₹5,000 as a deposit for installing mobile towers ?
#PIBFactCheck
This notice is #Fake
TRAI never issues any such letters
Department of Telecommunication cautions Public about ongoing frauds on Mobile Tower Installation
Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has cautioned public to be safe from unscrupulous companies/agencies/individuals who promise hefty monthly rental payment for installation of Mobile Tower. The Department has informed that neither DoT nor TRAI is involved in leasing/renting the premises for installation of mobile towers. Also, DoT/TRAI or its officers do not issue any “No Objection Certificate” for the installation of mobile towers.
DoT has issued a Public Notice in this regard to curb such fraudulent activities and also to ensure public don’t fall prey to such offers.
NO Telecom Service Provider asks for advance money for installation of tower
The public is cautioned to be extra careful and verify the credentials of the company/agency/individual who is asking for advance or for application fee or for money before actual installation of tower. Before they entertain any offer for installation, they should verify the authenticity of TSP/IP-1 from DoT website.
Updated list of TSPs and IP-1 is available on DoT website
- https://dot.gov.in/access-services/list-access-service-licences-issued
- https://dot.gov.in/infrastructure-provider
Where to Report such Frauds?
If any person comes across any such fraudulent activity, he/she may report the incident to local police authorities.
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