The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced that over 50,000 lost and stolen mobile phones were recovered nationwide in October through its digital safety platform, Sanchar Saathi—the highest monthly recovery so far. With this, total recoveries have crossed 7 lakh. Karnataka and Telangana led with over one lakh recoveries each, followed by Maharashtra with more than 80,000. DoT credited the platform’s automated workflows and real-time traceability for the surge. Strong coordination with state police and the DIU has further improved recovery efforts. Citizens are encouraged to use the Sanchar Saathi app to report or verify devices.
Sanchar Saathi Recovers Record 50,000 Phones in October, Total Crosses 7 Lakh
