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Blinkit-Airtel SIM home delivery on hold; DoT asks telcos to abide by stipulated KYC norms

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Blinkit-Airtel's SIM home delivery service has been temporarily put on hold after the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) raised concerns about compliance with KYC norms. The partnership initially aimed to deliver SIM cards within 10 minutes in 16 major cities. Customers could choose from postpaid and prepaid plans or opt for mobile number portability. Despite the swift 10-minute delivery promise at a convenience fee of Rs 49, the offering awaits further compliance clarifications.