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Ban on SMS fraud! TRAI implemented strict rules to stop fake messages
Samira Vishwas | November 21, 2025 8:24 AM CST

There is news of relief for mobile users. Telecom regulator TRAI has implemented strict rules to prevent fraud through SMS. This step has been taken especially keeping in mind the increasing threat of fake messages and links. Now if any fraudster tries to send a fake link or message, he will be caught immediately through technology and the message will not reach the user.

In the last few years, there has been a significant increase in the cases of fraud through SMS. People often obtained sensitive information from people by sending fake messages and links in the name of banks, e-commerce or government institutions. Through this, cases like stealing money from bank accounts, stealing credit cards or other financial information increased. In such cases the common people had to suffer huge losses.

Taking this problem seriously, TRAI has implemented new rules. According to the new rules, all telecom companies will have to implement technical mechanisms to identify such messages and links in their systems. The system will be designed in such a way that fake links or suspicious messages are immediately blocked. This will not only increase the security of the users but will also effectively stop people from committing fraud.

According to experts, to stop fraud through SMS, along with technical solutions, it is also necessary to make the public aware. TRAI has taken several steps in this direction. He has instructed telecom companies to send warning messages to users from time to time, so that people do not click on suspicious links. Additionally, users will be given information on how to report any fake messages or links.

Under the new rules, strict action will be taken against companies and individuals sending fake messages. Violating the rules can lead to strict action like heavy fine and cancellation of license. TRAI has also said that messages will be pre-tested through technology, so that any suspicious content can be stopped before it reaches the user.

Experts believe that this step is a major effort towards preventing digital fraud and cyber crimes. For the safety of mobile users, it is important that everyone also remains alert and does not click on any suspicious link. Avoid sharing any personal information in SMS coming from banks or government institutions.

TRAI has also directed telecom operators to identify new fake message patterns in their networks through regular monitoring and updates. Along with this, users will also be given the facility to report such messages. This will enable faster action in fraud cases.

After the implementation of the new rules, it is expected that the security of mobile users will increase and the cases of fraud through SMS will reduce. This step is also an important initiative towards strengthening Digital India and cyber security.

This strict step by TRAI shows that now the safety of people on digital and mobile platforms is the top priority. It is imperative for users to remain vigilant and ignore any suspicious links. This will not only keep personal information safe, but will also effectively stop the activities of fraudulent people.

In this way, mobile users can now be safe from fraudulent activities through SMS and fake links or messages will not be able to harm them. After the implementation of these strict rules of TRAI, it is expected that a new security system will be introduced in the digital world.


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