PIB Fact Check: Letter Claiming 5G Tower Permission From TRAI Is Fake

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has issued a fact-check alert regarding a circulating letter claiming to grant permission for installing 5G mobile towers in India.

The letter, which appears to be issued in the name of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), has been confirmed as fake.

In an official statement, PIB emphasised that TRAI never issues such letters. The bureau shared the alert on social media platforms to caution the public against falling prey to misinformation.

The purported letter has been circulating widely among individuals and organisations, creating confusion about the approval process for 5G tower installations.

PIB urged citizens to verify the authenticity of such communications through official sources.

The bureau specifically highlighted that citizens should treat any letter claiming regulatory permissions from TRAI regarding mobile towers with suspicion unless authorised officials issue it through official channels.

Official Advisory

PIB recommended that individuals and organisations refrain from acting on unverified letters.

Misleading documents like these could potentially lead to fraud or unauthorised installations. The bureau also shared a link to the official press release for verification: PIB Press Release.

“The advisory reiterates that the government and telecom authorities strictly regulate mobile tower installations, including 5G, and that TRAI does not issue individual approval letters.

This fact check by PIB highlights the need for vigilance against misinformation regarding emerging technologies such as 5G.

The bureau encourages citizens to rely solely on official announcements from TRAI and other authorised government bodies for accurate information.

Citizens should regard any correspondence claiming to offer permissions outside formal channels as fraudulent, the bureau reminds.

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