In a significant breakthrough, the Mumbai Police have recovered 982 stolen mobile phones valued at over Rs 1.46 crore as part of an intensive operation under the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal. Zone 12 police successfully traced and confiscated the devices reported stolen across various police stations, including Dindoshi, Kasturba, Samta Nagar, Kurar, Dindoshi, Bhandup, and Aarey.

The operation targeted mobile thefts, gadget snatching, and related crimes between 2019 and 2024. Police officials handed over the recovered phones to their rightful owners recovered in April and May 2026 on Saturday. This achievement highlights the effectiveness of the CEIR system in curbing mobile phone thefts and restoring property to citizens.