In a major crackdown, the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has uncovered an illegal telephone exchange operating in Noida’s Phase-2 area, exposing a sophisticated network that was remotely managed and allegedly causing significant revenue loss to the government.
The operation, which was running through rented servers and internet connections, highlights how advanced technology is being misused to bypass telecom regulations and enable unauthorized communication systems.
How the Illegal Setup Was Created
According to the complaint filed by ATS Sub-Inspector Rajesh Yadav, the accused used a company based in the NSEZ area that provides data centre and cloud services.
Through this company:
Servers and internet connections were obtained
Infrastructure was set up under the name of a private firm
The system was activated after proper payment procedures
The setup initially appeared legitimate, but investigations later revealed that it was being used for illegal telecom operations.
Server Rented, Network Activated
The accused reportedly contacted the service provider in November 2025 through email, requesting server and connectivity services.
After negotiations:
●A server was rented for Rs 50,000
●Payment was made in February 2026
The IT team activated the server and handed over access
This marked the beginning of the illegal exchange network.
Remote-Controlled Telecom System
What makes this case particularly alarming is the way the system was operated.
Investigations revealed that:
●The entire server was controlled remotely
●Static IP connections with high capacity were installed
Multiple technical configurations enabled data flow and communication routing
Initially, around 16 connections were activated, which were later scaled through advanced networking setups.
The accused managed the entire operation from a remote location, making detection more difficult.
How the Scam Worked
The illegal exchange was used to manipulate international calls.
Calls originating from abroad were routed through internet servers
These calls were then shown as local domestic calls in India
This process effectively bypassed the International Long Distance (ILD) gateway, which is mandatory for legitimate international telecom traffic.
As a result:
Telecom regulations were violated
Government revenue from international call charges was lost
FIR Filed, Accused on the Run
Police have registered an FIR against the main आरोपी Najibullah and other unidentified individuals under multiple sections.
Despite the seriousness of the case:
The main accused is still absconding
Investigation is ongoing to identify the full network
Authorities are examining digital evidence and server data
A Growing Threat in the Digital Era
This case highlights a larger issue—
●misuse of digital infrastructure for illegal telecom operations
With easy access to:
Cloud servers
High-speed internet
Remote access tools
such networks can be created quickly and operated from anywhere, making enforcement more challenging.
The Noida fake telecom exchange case is a reminder that as technology evolves, so do methods of misuse.
What appears as a simple server setup can hide a complex illegal operation.
As authorities continue their investigation, the focus will be on tightening regulations and ensuring that digital infrastructure is not exploited for unlawful activities.
