Vodafone India educated retailers on sim card frauds

MUMBAI: Vodafone India, this week conducted a programme ‘Ek Mulakaat’ for its retailers in Delhi and NCR circle. This initiative is aimed at educating retailers on the correct documentation process and its importance in curbing SIM card frauds.

“Subscriber verification is in the larger interest of national security and we understand the need for regularly engaging with our retailers, and reiterating the need for following the laid by process,” said Apoorva Mehrotra, Business Head – Delhi & NCR, Vodafone India

The telecom major spoke to the retailers on measures to combat the persistent menace of fake SIM cards and connections. The officials stressed upon the importance of establishing the identity of subscribers through proper documentation, before selling SIM card/connection, to curb misuse by anti-social elements.