TRAI Cracks Down on Unregistered Telemarketers to Curb Spam Calls

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has ordered telecom companies to disconnect all resources used by unregistered telemarketers making spam calls and to blacklist them for up to two years. TRAI aims to significantly reduce spam calls and provide relief to consumers through strict compliance measures.

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a directive to telecom service providers to disconnect all resources used by unregistered telemarketers making spam calls and to blacklist these entities for up to two years.

Strict compliance with this directive is expected to significantly reduce the number of spam calls, providing much-needed relief to consumers. TRAI has mandated that telcos submit regular updates on actions taken against these violations.

Telecom companies are required to stop all promotional voice calls from unregistered senders immediately. Those found violating the regulations will have their telecom resources disconnected and will be blacklisted.