In short
A call or message warns that your mobile number will be disconnected because of KYC or alleged misuse The objective is typically to steal identity/payment credentials or obtain money under a false telecom-compliance pretext.
What it is
The sender claims to be TRAI or another telecom authority and says immediate compliance is required. The victim is then pushed to share Aadhaar/bank/OTP details, follow a link, call another number or make a payment.
How it starts
A call or message warns that your mobile number will be disconnected because of KYC or alleged misuse.
What they tell you
The sender claims to be TRAI or another telecom authority and says immediate compliance is required
What they want you to do
Share Aadhaar/bank/OTP details, follow a link, call another number or make a payment
How you lose money
steal identity/payment credentials or obtain money under a false telecom-compliance pretext
What happens next
After the first successful step, the fraudster may demand more money/information, deepen account or device access, or disappear.
Warning signs
authority | fear | urgency | smishing | impersonation
Where this is documented
India — officially documented by an Indian authority/regulator
How to avoid it
Verify the claim using the agency's official website or published helpline; do not transfer money or share OTP/PIN because of an unsolicited threat.
If it already happened
Contact the bank/payment provider immediately if money moved; report financial cyber fraud promptly via 1930 and cybercrime.gov.in; preserve messages, transaction IDs, phone numbers and URLs.