The issue of mobile phone theft needs to be addressed through a concerted effort made globally. The more countries take action, the greater the combined impact of this action. Countries need to work together collaboratively to tackle this shared problem as lasting change can only be secured through effective multi-country co-operation, such as the process initiated among European countries. During the period when efforts are being made for such collaboration, we should begin certain efforts within our own jurisdiction and look for various possible solutions - TRAI.

A spokesperson for a cellular operator, says "Our customer service centers get at least 40-50 calls per day from people enquiring what they can do about their stolen phones. Another cellular operator replaces an average of 500 SIM cards a month, on account of mobile thefts alone. Not only have cell phones been pick pocketed or snatched from people's hands, even muggers demand cell phones first.