PTA to End Illegal Use of Mobile Phone SIMs

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has begun a phase-wise initiative to block illegal mobile phone SIMs across the country. In the first phase, SIMs registered with fake credentials or canceled ID cards are being deactivated based on data provided by the National Database Regulatory Authority (NADRA).

In the second phase, SIMs linked to expired ID cards will be targeted, followed by the deactivation of SIMs registered under the names of deceased individuals in the third phase.

PTA has sent alert messages to all users advising them to update their SIM-related data to avoid disruption.

The PTA emphasized that the illegal use of mobile phone SIMs, often associated with various unlawful activities, will not be tolerated under any circumstances.