Shocking revelations from Malda railway station where RPF’s elite squad busted a brazen ticket tout operation, collaring offenders and hauling in 59 mobile phones used for mass digital swindles. The raid marks a pivotal moment in the war on railway black marketeers.
Months of undercover surveillance culminated in a predawn blitz, flushing out the gang from their operational hideouts. Resistance was futile as officers seized phones buzzing with fraudulent activity—evidence of relentless booking barrages that cornered the market.
Delving into the devices uncovers a cyber syndicate: layered proxies masked their IP trails, bots simulated human bookings, and resale platforms handled the dirty profits. Victims, from migrant workers to holidaymakers, paid dearly for what should be affordable travel.
Lead detective shared insights: ‘The volume of phones indicates a cartel-level threat, coordinating across cities.’ Detainees are spilling details under questioning, promising more arrests. Recovered assets will aid railway funds post-adjudication.
Amid rising travel demands, this intervention restores equity, easing the scramble for seats. Public helplines lit up with praise, demanding replication elsewhere.
Railways pledge escalated measures—drone surveillance, passenger verification gates, and sting operations. Malda’s triumph isn’t just numbers; it’s a blueprint for nationwide enforcement, ensuring tickets serve the people, not predators.