IMEI number uniquely identifies a mobile device.
It can be used to track the mobile like in which area the mobile is present right now and can also to help in billing and other services.
It can be helpful in various life saving operations. With the help of IMEI number operators can pin point a mobile device with in one km of radius. Many cases of missing people and kidnaps have been solved with the help of mobile phones.
In recent terrorist activities, mobile phones without an IMEI number have been used, thus causing difficulties for the police to track the call.
If you already possess a mobile without an IMEI number, you can get an IMEI number assigned from around 1600 outlets that Cellular Operators Association of India is opening, in tie-up with Mobile Standard Alliance of India.
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