ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has urged users to register their mobile SIM cards only with their own names and termed registration with other people’s names as a violation of law.
“The use of SIM cards registered in another person’s name is considered a violation of applicable regulations,” reads the statement issued by the PTA.
“Any misuse of a SIM will be the sole responsibility of the registered user,” the regulator added.
The PTA further urged mobile phone users to ensure responsible use of their SIM cards and telecom connections as they will be individually responsible for all calls, messages and data usage made through their SIM cards or devices.
“Consumers must comply with all relevant rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in necessary enforcement action in case of any violation.”
The regulator also urged telecom users to adopt responsible conduct and play an active and effective role in safeguarding the security, stability and reliability of Pakistan’s telecom system.
