Touts use illegal software, lure youngsters, railway cyber team on alert

TIRUCHY: Train travel remains the least expensive way to traverse India, but securing a confirmed ticket, especially during holidays, is often challenging. Touting activities significantly contribute to this issue, as highlighted by the Tiruchy Railway Division, which has exposed numerous touting rackets over the years.

In 2022, the Tiruchy railway division apprehended 75 individuals for touting, with the number rising to 76 in 2023. Up to June this year, 38 people have already been caught. Sources indicate that 20 to 30 percent of those caught are aged 25 to 40.