TRAI mandates a new 1601 number series for transactional calls by other sectors. This initiative aims to separate these calls from sensitive BFSI and government communications. Utilities, courier, and logistics firms will initially adopt the dedicated 1601 number series. This move will help combat impersonation by fraudsters using regular ten-digit numbers. Telecom operators must complete onboarding eligible entities within ninety days.
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