The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued these regulations to amend the Telecom Consumers Protection Regulations, 2012. The amendment introduces specific rules regarding the deactivation of cellular mobile connections due to non-usage for both pre-paid and post-paid consumers. It defines 'activity' and 'non-usage' and establishes an 'Automatic Number Retention Scheme' for pre-paid users to prevent deactivation. Additionally, it mandates a 'Safe Custody Scheme' for post-paid consumers to protect their connections from deactivation upon request. These regulations come into force on March 22, 2013.

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued these regulations to amend the Telecom Consumers Protection Regulations, 2012. The amendment introduces specific rules regarding the deactivation of cellular mobile connections due to non-usage for both pre-paid and post-paid consumers. It defines 'activity' and 'non-usage' and establishes an 'Automatic Number Retention Scheme' for pre-paid users to prevent deactivation. Additionally, it mandates a 'Safe Custody Scheme' for post-paid consumers to protect their connections from deactivation upon request. These regulations come into force on March 22, 2013.