BSNL starts online verification of SIMs for NRIs and physically challenged persons

State-run telecom firm BSNL has rolled out Aadhaar-based online verification of mobile connections for non-resident Indians, senior citizens above 70 years and physically challenged persons.

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited said in a statement that it introduced simplified reverification process and this web based application can be used from the comfort of home. 

The service can be used by senior citizens above 70 years as on 1st



January this year, physically challenged people and NRIs who do not have Aadhaar number or have the biometric ID but their mobile number is not registered with the Unique Identification Authority of India, UIDAI.

The BSNL customer in the eligible category can reverify his mobile number through the company's website where the link for the process is given, enter his existing mobile number and then the one-time password sent on that number.