Spam Calls- Spam calls have become a headache for mobile users, complaints are increasing.

Friends, in today’s modern era, phones have become very essential for us, which provide many facilities, but a common problem that troubles mobile users is spam calls. Despite the continuous efforts of the government and telecom companies, spam calls remain a big problem. Instead of decreasing, this problem has increased significantly in the last few years.

Huge increase in complaints

In 2023, around 13.62 lakh (1.362 million) complaints were filed

In 2024, this number will increase to 19.38 lakh (1.938 million)

By 2025, complaints to cross 31 lakh (3.1 million)

This is a huge increase of 128% compared to 2023

Despite strict rules and monitoring, people continue to receive many spam calls every day.

Why are spam calls increasing?

Use of automated and robotic calling systems has increased rapidly

Spam calls are now also linked to cyber fraud and scams

Fraudsters are using advanced technology to trick filters

Steps taken by the authorities

More than 2.27 lakh mobile numbers have been blocked so far

Strict action is being taken against accounts involved in spam messaging

Frequently reported numbers are being continuously monitored and blocked

More strict rules related to telecom have been implemented in the last one year

Role of AI and Technology

AI-based systems detect suspicious calling patterns

Spam calls can be blocked before they reach users

KYC verification is initiated for suspicious numbers

Numbers involved in spam can be blocked forever

Currently, around 75 million spam calls and messages are blocked daily

How can you keep yourself safe

Register complaint through DND service (send SMS to 1909)

Use TRAI DND app to report unwanted calls/messages

Turn on the in-built spam filter on your smartphone

Avoid sharing your number on untrusted platforms