CEIR Portal Helps Trace 2.8 Lakh Phones in Telangana Hyderabad: The Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal, developed by the Union Department of Telecommunications, has enabled Telangana police to trace and recover over 2.8 lakh mobile devices across the state. As of Monday, 4,82,652 traceability reports had been received, with 2,82,260 devices identified and blocked, and 1,24,850 phones returned to their rightful owners. The initiative, spearheaded by the Telangana police, marks a significant step in curbing mobile theft and counterfeit device proliferation. The success of the program was attributed to a multi-pronged approach involving coordinated efforts by the CID Telangana, training programs for nodal officers and police station-level personnel, and widespread public awareness campaigns. Charu Sinha, Director General of CID, highlighted that the technical team ensured uniform adoption of the CEIR system across the state. Training sessions were conducted to equip officers with the skills needed to effectively utilize the portal, ensuring seamless integration into daily operations. Public engagement played a crucial role in the initiative’s effectiveness. Awareness campaigns, disseminated through media channels, encouraged citizens to report lost or stolen devices promptly. The CEIR system was further integrated with the Telangana Police Citizen Portal, allowing users to file complaints online without the need to visit physical police stations. This digital shift streamlined the process, making it more accessible for the general public. A state-level technical team monitored the implementation of the CEIR portal, addressing challenges and refining the system based on feedback from district-level authorities.#department_of_telecommunications #ceir_portal #telangana_police #cid_telangana #charu_sinha
