Bharti Airtel has received a notice from the Department of Telecommunications, Uttar Pradesh (East), imposing a penalty of Rs. 1,07,000. The fine follows a February 2026 audit of the company’s subscriber verification processes. The company has decided to pay the penalty rather than contest the findings, confirming its commitment to resolving the compliance matter promptly.
Notice Details
On April 17, 2026, Bharti Airtel was issued a formal communication regarding alleged lapses in subscriber verification protocols. The notice specifically relates to the findings of a Customer Application Form (CAF) audit conducted in February 2026 by the Department of Telecommunications for the Uttar Pradesh (East) region.
Impact and Response
The penalty amount associated with this finding is Rs. 1,07,000. The company has reviewed the findings and the specific allegations regarding the verification of customer records. In its official response, Bharti Airtel has opted to settle the matter by paying the levied penalty in full, rather than initiating a contest or legal challenge against the authority’s decision.
Commitment to Compliance
The company maintains that it adheres to all licensing requirements and conducts internal checks to ensure the accuracy of subscriber data. The CAF audit is a standard procedure used to verify that the company meets its obligations under the current licensing framework. The financial impact of this incident is limited strictly to the Rs. 1,07,000 penalty payment.
Source: BSE
