Tempering, etc. of communication equipment

“Whoever unlawfully or without authorization changes, alters, tempers with or re-programs unique device identifier or any communication equipment including a cellular or wireless handset and starts using or marketing such device for transmitting and receiving information shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years or with fine which may extend to one million rupees or with both. Explanation: A “unique device identifier” is an electronic equipment identifier which is unique to a communication device.”