RPF's 'Operation Uplabdh' Nabs Two Touts, Seizes ₹26K E-Tickets on Eastern Railway

• Eastern Railway RPF launched 'Operation Uplabdh' to combat ticket black marketing and ensure availability for genuine passengers.
• Two touts were arrested from PRS/Palashi Railway Station and New Farakka Railway Station under Sealdah and Malda Divisions.
• RPF personnel recovered 8 active railway/e-tickets valued at ₹26,172/- from the arrested individuals.
• Cases have been filed against the touts under relevant sections of the Railway Act, with further investigation underway.
• Indian Railways employs advanced measures like AI detection, OTP/Aadhaar verification for Tatkal, and RPF cyber cell surveillance to curb illegal ticketing.

Why It Matters: Eastern Railway RPF intensifies 'Operation Uplabdh' to curb ticket touting, ensuring fair ticket access for passengers.