Central Railway Cracks Down on Foreign Tourist Quota Ticket Fraud
Railways intensifies drive against Foreign Tourist Quota ticket fraud
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Central Railway has intensified its crackdown on the misuse of the Foreign Tourist (FT) Quota after discovering Indian citizens traveling on FT tickets without valid documents. An investigation revealed 39 fraudulent bookings and penalties totaling ₹3,56,916 (approximately $4,300 USD) were imposed on the offenders.
- 01Central Railway intensified its drive against FT Quota misuse after detecting irregularities.
- 0239 fraudulent bookings were identified, with 121 passengers penalized.
- 03A total of ₹3,56,916 (approximately $4,300 USD) was recovered as penalties.
- 04Railways are investigating unauthorized booking agents involved in the fraud.
- 05Passengers are urged to report any suspicious bookings and ensure ticket validity.
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Central Railway has launched a robust initiative to combat the misuse of the Foreign Tourist (FT) Quota following an incident on February 4, 2026, involving Indian passengers traveling without the necessary documentation. An investigation revealed 39 fraudulent Passenger Name Records (PNRs) among 174 issued for future dates. A total of 121 passengers were penalized, resulting in a recovery of ₹3,56,916 (approximately $4,300 USD) in fines. The railway authorities are currently probing the involvement of any authorized booking agents in these fraudulent activities. Passengers are reminded that booking under an ineligible quota is a punishable offense under the Railway Act, and they must carry valid identification and supporting documents. Central Railway has encouraged passengers to report suspicious activities to on-duty staff or through the Rail Madad app. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the recent approval of railway projects across 19 districts in six states, emphasizing their role in enhancing connectivity and boosting economic growth.
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This crackdown aims to ensure fair usage of railway quotas, which could enhance the travel experience for legitimate foreign tourists and improve the overall integrity of the railway booking system.
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