MP Raghav Chadha has raised concerns in Parliament over telecom companies blocking incoming calls when prepaid plans expire. He called the practice unfair, especially for poor and daily wage workers who depend on their phone numbers for jobs and important communication. Chadha said stopping outgoing calls due to low balance is understandable, but blocking incoming calls is wrong because it cuts people off from essential services. In India, mobile numbers are linked to bank alerts, OTPs, and identity verification, so losing incoming services can disrupt daily life.
Telecom companies reportedly do this to increase revenue by forcing users to recharge regularly. The issue has sparked debate online, with many users sharing similar experiences and demanding fair rules to protect consumers from such practices.