Is someone else running a fake SIM card in your name? Check this before getting into trouble.

In today's digital age, it has become very easy to get a SIM card in someone else's name. If you also want to know how many SIMs are running on your Aadhaar, then there is an easy way to do this. Also, you can block the suspicious SIM through the Sanchar Sathi portal.

Fake SIM Card: In the last few years, there has been a steady increase in cases of SIM card fraud. In the digital age, it has become very easy to get a SIM card in someone else's name. It is possible that a SIM is running in your name unknowingly and you are not even aware of it. If fraudsters use the SIM card issued in your name in any illegal activity, then the responsibility may fall on you.

In view of this danger, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has launched a special tool on the 'Sanchar Sathi' portal under the 'TAFCOP' system. With its help, users can find out how many SIM cards are registered in their name. Not only this, through this you can also start the process of blocking such unwanted or suspicious numbers immediately. Let us know how you can find out using this government portal.

How to detect fake SIM card?

Go to the Sanchar Saathi Portal (sancharsaathi.gov.in).

Go to the 'Citizen Centric Services' section on the homepage

Select the 'Know Your Mobile Connections (TAFCOP)' option.

Now enter your 10-digit mobile number and captcha code.

After this, an OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.

As soon as you enter the OTP, a list of all mobile numbers linked to your identity documents like Aadhaar will appear on the screen.

How to block a wrong number?

If you see an unknown mobile number on the portal, you can report it as "Not My Number" so that that number can be removed from your ID. At the same time, you can choose the option of "Not Required" for old and closed SIM cards. After the process is completed, the respective numbers will be deactivated based on your report. Individuals who have more than 9 SIM cards registered in their name will be informed about this via SMS.