India witnessed an unprecedented surge in unwanted digital communication in 2025, with more than 4,168 crore spam calls identified nationwide, according to Truecaller’s latest India Insights Report 2025. The report revealed that the Truecaller community successfully blocked about 1,189 crore unwanted calls, preventing millions of users from potential scams, time loss, and financial fraud.
The study further noted that around 770 crore fraudulent calls impersonating banks, government agencies, payment platforms, and major brands were detected during the year. Spam messaging also remained a major concern, with over 12,903 crore spam SMS identified, particularly rising during the second half of 2025. According to Truecaller CEO Rishit Jhunjhunwala, trust in communication has become “a critical digital asset,” emphasizing the need for technology-driven safeguards to ensure users remain connected without compromising safety.
The report estimated that blocking spam calls helped Indians save nearly 21.7 lakh hours daily, equivalent to about 250 years of human time every day, highlighting the broader economic and productivity benefits of spam protection. In Guwahati, telecom retailers and digital service providers report growing consumer demand for caller-identification and fraud-protection tools, as businesses and individuals increasingly rely on verified communication channels to maintain trust in commercial transactions and service interactions across the region.