16/10/2025
Cyberabad Police Recover 1061 Stolen and Lost Mobile Phones Worth ₹ 3.20 Crore in 45 Days
Mobile Phones Handed Over to Respective Owners
DCP Crimes A. Muthyam Reddy Commends the Efforts of Cyberabad Police in Mobile Recovery
In a significant breakthrough, under the leadership of DCP Crimes A. Muthyam Reddy, the five zones of the Cyberabad Central Crime Station (CCS) have successfully recovered 1061 stolen and lost mobile phones as part of the 9th phase of recovery operations.
Over the past 45 days, a total of 1061 mobile phones worth approximately ₹ 3.20 crore were recovered using the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal. These devices were formally handed over to their rightful owners in a ceremony held today (16.10.2025) at the Cyberabad Police commissioner Office lawn.
*Speaking on the occasion, DCP Crimes A. Muthyam Reddy stated:* "In the last 45 days alone, we recovered 1061 mobile phones. Zone-wise recovery details are as follows: Madhapur CCS – 240, Balanagar CCS – 188, Medchal CCS – 195, Rajendranagar CCS – 233, and Shamshabad CCS – 205."
He emphasized the importance of promptly reporting lost or stolen mobile phones either at the nearest police station or via the CEIR portal. He noted that mobile phones often contain sensitive personal data and sentimental value, making timely recovery crucial. The CEIR portal plays a vital role in preventing misuse and ensuring quicker recoveries.
DCP Muthyam Reddy urged citizens to make full use of the CEIR portal, available nationwide across all states and union territories. He also advised the public to remain vigilant against cyber frauds and avoid clicking on suspicious or unknown links. For cybercrime-related issues, he recommended contacting the national cybercrime helpline at 1930 or filing a complaint online at cybercrime.gov.in.
*Crimes ADCP K. Ram Kumar* sated that Mobile phones are very important in our daily life and have personal, business, and financial information. Because phone thefts are increasing, everyone should be careful. If your phone is lost or stolen, report it immediately at the nearest police station or online through the CEIR portal. The CEIR system can block your phone using its IMEI number, so no one can misuse it. When your phone is found, it can be unblocked and used again.
Since 2023, Cyberabad Police have recovered 13,423 phones, including 1,061 through the CEIR portal with help from CCS Cyberabad and IT CELL (CAT). Telangana Police are leading in mobile recoveries in the country. Public support is very important to help police recover stolen phones.
*Several beneficiaries of the recovered phones expressed their gratitude and shared their experiences:*
An IT employee from Gachibowli lost his phone at a fruit market, after which thieves attempted to withdraw ₹2 lakh from his account for cybercrime. He immediately approached the Cyberabad Cyber Crime Police Station and lodged a complaint. The police quickly froze his accounts, preventing further withdrawals, and later traced and recovered the phone. The victim appreciated the swift and efficient action of the Cyberabad Police.
A man lost his phone while visiting a temple in the morning. He forgot it on his bike and later found it missing. He lodged a complaint at the police station, and within a short time, the police traced and recovered his phone. The victim thanked the Telangana Police for their prompt action.
DCP Crimes A. Muthyam Reddy also commended the dedicated efforts of Crimes-1 ADCP Ram Kumar, CCS ACP K. Nageshwar Rao, Madhapur CCS Inspector Sanjeev, Shamshabad CCS Inspector K. Ravi Kumar, Balanagar CCS Inspector A. Ravikumar, Medchal CCS Inspector Dalinaidu, Rajendranagar CCS Inspector P. Rajesh, along with their ASIs, Head Constables, Constables, and the entire CCS team for their outstanding work in this operation.
