There has been a stir after two Chinese mobile network jammers were found in Palika Bazar, Delhi. The dealer selling this illegal device was arrested by Delhi Police and is being investigated. The administration was shocked by the discovery of the Chinese network jammer before Diwali and it is also being investigated in other markets. Delhi Police said two mobile network jamming devices have been recovered, which are “made in China” and are being investigated.
According to the report, the Delhi Police also informed the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) about it. Let us tell you that openly selling mobile network blockers is illegal. Only security agencies and some institutions can use mobile network jammers. Police said that after checking the mobile network blocker, the shopkeeper selling it, Ravi Mathur, was arrested.
What are the rules regarding mobile network interference?
According to the Cabinet Secretary, the mobile network jammer can only be used by authorized entities, including government departments and defense forces. Apart from these, the use of this device is prohibited and legal action may be taken. The Delhi Police informed the Telecom Department after the recovery of the Chinese mobile network jamming device and asked them to monitor the sale of such illegal devices in other markets in Delhi.
security threat
Illegal mobile network jammers can be a security threat. Through these devices, mobile networks can be blocked and crimes committed within a radius of 50 to 100 meters. Currently, the festive season continues across the country. In such a situation, there is a huge crowd in the markets. Major incidents can be carried out through the use of illegal electronic devices. Police have warned people about this and said that if anyone is caught using such a mobile network blocker, legal action will be taken.
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