Sanchar Saathi App: Communications Minister Confirms Users Can Delete Pre-installed Cybersecurity App Amid Privacy Concerns

Dec 02, 2025 04:52 pm CST

Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia clarifies that the government-mandated Sanchar Saathi app, which will be pre-installed on all new mobile phones in India, can be deleted by users. This announcement comes amid significant opposition criticism regarding potential privacy violations, with the minister emphasizing that the app is voluntary and designed to protect citizens from the growing threat of cyberfraud.