Karnataka HC directs telecom operators to review how SIM cards are activated without customers’ consent
The Karnataka High Court has asked the state's Cyber Command to direct telecom operators like Jio and Vodafone to strengthen controls on how SIM cards are activated to prevent fraud. The order came from a case involving a former Jio promoter found with 75 SIM cards activated using other people's Aadhaar numbers and photographs. The court emphasized that SIM cards are crucial for digital identity, OTP verification, financial transactions, and account registration. The DGP has been asked to ensure operators review their distributor oversight, implement tracking mechanisms to flag discrepancies, and prevent unusual activations.
Key points
- Court directing telecom operators to tighten SIM activation controls
- Case involved 75 fraudulently activated SIM cards using others' Aadhaar
- Focus on distributor supervision and tracking mechanisms
- SIM cards recognized as critical for digital identity and financial services
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