Usage of Thuraya, Irridum and other such Satellite Communication in Indian Waters.

1. Ban on Thuraya, Irridum, and other Satellite Phones

The use of Thuraya, Irridum, and other such satellite phones is banned in Indian waters under Section 6 of the Indian Wireless Act and Section 20 of the Indian Telegraph Act.

Seafarers are prohibited from using these satellite phones in Indian waters.

2. Usage with No Objection Certificate

Satellite phones can be used only after obtaining a no-objection certificate issued by the Department of Telecommunications (DOT) on a case-by-case basis.

3. Pre-Arrival Notification on Security (PANS)

Shipping agents must mandatorily intimate the details of the person carrying Thuraya, Irridum, or other such sets in the Pre-Arrival Notification on Security (PANS).

4. Prosecution for Unauthorized Use

Unauthorized holders of Thuraya, Irridum, or other such satellite phones can be prosecuted under Section 6 of the Indian Wireless Act and Section 20 of the Indian Telegraph Act.