India, March 21 -- To ensure genuine purchases, the KYC process must be completed by both the client and the carrier. Self-KYC would enable users to complete the process for buying a new connection while sitting at home

Vodafone Idea has announced a self-KYC (know your customer) procedure for subscribers to obtain a new SIM cards. In the past, customers had to finish the KYC at their closest retail location in order to obtain a new SIM. Nevertheless, it would no longer be required.

According to Department of Telecommunications (DoT) regulations, Vi has made it possible for consumers to receive a new Vi connection whenever they want, from wherever they are, with the added benefit of SIM card delivery to their doorstep.

To ensure genuine...