DOT warns of illegal sales of wireless jammers

New Delhi: The telecom department has warned e-commerce platforms not to sell some telecom equipment such as wireless jammer and network boosters that require government permission for sale, an official statement said on Monday. Over the past 4-5 years, the Department of Transportation has raised this issue several times and even conducted surprise inspections to check for illegal sales of these devices.

"It is stated that the use of cellular signal jammers, GPS interceptors or other signal jamming devices is generally illegal unless specifically permitted by the Government of India. Private sector organizations and/or individuals cannot procure or use cell phone jammer in India." DoT in stated is a statement.

The Ministry of Transport also stated that it is illegal to advertise, sell, distribute, import or otherwise market signal jamming devices in India unless permitted by the above guidelines.

"Regarding signal boosters/repeaters, it is illegal for any person/entity other than a licensed telecommunications service provider to possess, sell and/or use mobile signal boosters/repeaters," the statement said.

The department also issued a notice on Jan. 21 warning all e-commerce companies not to sell or facilitate the sale of wireless jammers on their online platforms.

Copies of the above notification have also been distributed to the Ministry of Commerce, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, and Customs for appropriate action.

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Telecom industry body Indian Cellular Operators said citizens who are unaware that the purchase, sale, installation and possession of mobile signal boosters (MSBs) are illegal and punishable under the Wireless Telegraph Act, of 1933 and the Indian Telegraph Act, of 1885.

“Unauthorized usage can adversely interfere with telecom services and we are happy that the Indian government recognizes its importance in providing flawless network and telecom experience to citizens across the country. The advisory will help spread awareness and make citizens aware of The impact of this debilitating repeater on the entire network," said COAI Director General SP Kochhar.

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