Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia stated that the government maintained its stance on SIM binding rules, prioritising national security over revenue implications.
According to COAI, the mechanism only requires the SIM to be present and active in the device not necessarily connected to mobile data making it practical even for international travellers.
Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has welcomed and commended the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in what it termed a landmark step towards bolstering National Security and safeguarding Indian citizens, citing the latter's move mandating SIM-binding for devices for App-bas