Telcos issue advisory against fake messages promising free recharges

Telecom companies have issued a public advisory against fake messages promising free recharge plans for online education floating on social media, which could possibly steal users’ personal data from their mobile device.

“It has been brought to our notice that fake messages are being circulated by people on social media platforms with fraudulent intentions. The message falsely claims that the Government has promised 100 million users free recharge plans for online education. It encourages people to click on a link to avail the free offer,” the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) said on Wednesday.