The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), in collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and local police, conducted targeted raids on four mobile repair shops in the NLI Market, Gilgit City, involved in IMEI tampering and cloning.
During the operation, law enforcement officials confiscated two laptops and two CPUs from the shops. The FIA has initiated a formal inquiry and taken the confiscated equipment for forensic analysis. The findings will determine chances for legal proceedings.
These raids are part of PTA’s continued commitment to combat illegal practices affecting mobile network integrity. The crackdown is aimed at deterring the unlawful manipulation of IMEI numbers and safeguarding consumer interests in Gilgit City.
PTA has also recently introduced stricter rules against telecom companies overcharging their users without proper disclosure. These changes include a ban on automatic renewal of packages, bundles, and offers without prior notice. Mandatory notifications before any changes in tariffs have also been implemented. These changes have been applied to reduce bill shocks and enhance user control over telecom spending.