Pressmediaofindia
Related Articles
Hyderabad/Asifabad Nov 20 (Shoukat-PMI)District Superintendent of Police (SP) Kantilal Patil, IPS, emphasized the importance of quick reporting when mobile phones are lost or stolen, urging citizens to immediately register complaints through the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal or approach the nearest police station. His remarks came during a mobile phone recovery and handover program held today at the district police office.
41 Victims Receive Their Lost Mobile Phones
In an important public service initiative, the district police successfully retrieved and returned 41 mobile phones to their rightful owners. These phones had been reported lost at various police stations across the district over the past month. The recovered mobile devices were formally handed over to the victims by SP Kantilal Patil himself, symbolizing the department’s commitment to strengthening trust and ensuring quick grievance redressal.
Swift Action Through CEIR Portal
SP Patil highlighted that the CEIR portal, launched to curb mobile theft and misuse, has become an effective tool in tracing lost devices using IMEI-based tracking. He urged citizens to promptly complete the registration process on the portal to maximize the chances of recovering their devices. Timely reporting, he said, allows police teams to coordinate effectively with telecom service providers to block and trace the phones.
Police Appeal to the Public
The district police assured that they remain committed to using technology-driven solutions for public safety. SP Patil encouraged people to safeguard their phone details—such as IMEI numbers—and to stay vigilant against mobile theft. He reiterated that cooperation between citizens and police can significantly improve recovery rates.
The event concluded with the victims expressing gratitude to the district police for their swift and transparent efforts.(pressmedaiofindia.com)
