Sanchar Saathi App: India's Solution to Rising Cybercrimes with 42 Lakh Devices Blocked

Dec 03, 2025 01:00 am CST

India's Sanchar Saathi mobile app has achieved significant success in combating cybercrime, with over 1.4 crore downloads since its January launch. The privacy-focused application has blocked over 42 lakh stolen devices, traced 26 lakh lost phones, and successfully returned 7.23 lakh devices to their owners. As cybercrime incidents surge nationwide, this DoT initiative offers comprehensive protection against digital threats while maintaining strict user privacy standards.