The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) launched two significant initiatives aimed at enhancing cybersecurity and empowering citizens in combating fraud: the Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP) and the ‘Chakshu’ facility on the Sanchar Saathi portal.
Participants
- Ministerial Presence: Mr. Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Communications, Railway, and Electronics & Information Technology, and Mr. Devusinh Chauhan, Minister of State for Communications.
- Telecom Secretary: Dr. Neeraj Mittal.
Launch of Initiatives
- Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP)
- Purpose: Coordination among stakeholders to combat telecom resource misuse in cyber-crime and financial frauds.
- Features: Real-time intelligence sharing, information exchange, and coordination among Telecom Service Providers (TSPs), law enforcement agencies (LEAs), banks, social media platforms, etc.
- Accessibility: Restricted to stakeholders over secure connectivity.
- Chakshu (चक्षु) Facility
- Location: Sanchar Saathi portal (https://sancharsaathi.gov.in).
- Functionality: Enables citizens to proactively report suspected fraud communication, facilitating reporting on various fraudulent activities.
Ministerial Remarks
- Mr. Ashwini Vaishnaw: Emphasized government efforts to combat cyber-frauds, highlighted the role of the ‘Sanchar Saathi’ portal, and underscored the importance of the newly launched tools.
- Mr. Devusinh Chauhan: Appreciated DoT’s efforts in countering cyber-security threats and highlighted ongoing projects in this regard.
Telecom Secretary’s Statement
- Dr. Neeraj Mittal: Praised the initiatives as steps towards enhancing cybersecurity, ensuring citizens’ digital asset protection, and combating fraudulent activities.
Citizen Engagement and Reporting
- Chakshu (चक्षु) Facility Usage: Citizens can report suspected fraud communications and various fraudulent activities.
- Reporting Cyber-Crimes: Citizens are advised to report cyber-crimes or financial frauds to the designated helpline number or website.
Conclusion
The launch of DIP and the ‘Chakshu (चक्षु)’ facility demonstrates DoT’s commitment to empowering citizens and fostering a secure digital ecosystem. By encouraging vigilant reporting and proactive measures against fraud, DoT aims to safeguard the interests and well-being of every citizen.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):
- What are the main objectives of the Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP) launched by the Department of Telecommunications?
- A) Enhancing citizen engagement
- B) Curbing cyber-crime and financial frauds through intelligence sharing
- C) Providing free internet services
- D) Promoting social media usage
- Who are the key stakeholders involved in the Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP)?
- A) Telecom Service Providers (TSPs) and banks only
- B) Law enforcement agencies (LEAs) and social media platforms only
- C) Telecom Service Providers (TSPs), law enforcement agencies (LEAs), banks, and more
- D) Citizens and government officials only
- Where can citizens report suspected fraud communications through the ‘Chakshu (चक्षु)’ facility?
- A) Department of Telecommunications office
- B) Cyber-crime helpline number
- C) Sanchar Saathi portal
- D) Social media platforms