Tatkal Tickets: OTP Now Mandatory to Stop Broker Fraud

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News18•12-12-2025, 12:14
Tatkal Tickets: OTP Now Mandatory to Stop Broker Fraud
- •Indian Railways has made OTP verification mandatory for Tatkal ticket bookings.
- •The new rule aims to prevent fraud by middlemen and ensure tickets reach genuine passengers.
- •Pilot implementation is underway for 15 trains on Central Railway routes, including Pune, Mumbai, and Nagpur.
- •Passengers must provide their own mobile number for OTP verification during booking via IRCTC, app, or ticket counter.
Why It Matters: New OTP rule for Tatkal tickets prevents fraud, ensuring fair access for genuine travelers.
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