Tatkal ticket rules: Indian Railways has introduced a new rule for booking Tatkal tickets at reservation counters. Passengers will soon have to provide a one-time password (OTP) received on their mobile phones to book Tatkal train tickets from railway reservation counters. The move aims to curb the misuse of the last-minute ticket booking facility.
How will it work?
During the ticket booking process, the OTP will be sent to the mobile number provided by the passenger. A Tatkal ticket will be generated only after the OTP is validated. This update is being introduced to increase transparency in the reservation system and ensure easier access for genuine travellers.
Why Railways introduced OTP rule
According to PTI, the Railway Ministry initiated the OTP-based Tatkal ticketing system for

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