Govt issues guidelines to curb illegal listing, sale of radio equipment
This story was originally published at 11:21 IST on 30 May 2025
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NEW DELHI – The Ministry of Consumer Affairs has issued guidelines to curb the illegal listing and sale of radio equipment, including walkie-talkies, on e-commerce platforms. The guidelines aim to prevent the unauthorised sale of wireless devices that may pose safety risks and interfere with critical communication networks, such as those used by law enforcement and emergency services.
"It was observed that walkie-talkies are being sold on e-commerce platforms without mandatory and clear disclosures regarding the requirement of a wireless operating licence or compliance with applicable laws," the ministry said in a release.
Under the new norms, online platforms must ensure that only authorised walkie-talkie models operating on permitted frequencies are listed for sale. The ministry noted that the absence of essential details, such as frequency specifications, licencing requirements, and legal implications of unauthorised use, can mislead consumers into believing that these devices can be freely operated without restrictions, it added. End
Reported by Afra Abubacker
Edited by Deepshikha Bhardwaj
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