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Tourism Minister Urges Police Crackdown on Touts
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 12 Sep 2026, 02:43 PM
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India's tourism minister called for immediate police action against touts, citing their disruptive impact on tourist destinations.
India's tourism minister addressed the media, urging law enforcement agencies to take decisive action against touts operating across popular tourist spots.
Touts, who often sell tickets or guide services at inflated prices, are known to operate outside the legal framework, creating inconvenience for genuine visitors.
The minister emphasized that such practices not only erode the quality of the tourist experience but also pose potential safety risks.
This statement aligns with ongoing efforts to streamline tourism operations and curb illegal activities that affect travelers' confidence.
Touts, who often sell tickets or guide services at inflated prices, are known to operate outside the legal framework, creating inconvenience for genuine visitors.
The minister emphasized that such practices not only erode the quality of the tourist experience but also pose potential safety risks.
This statement aligns with ongoing efforts to streamline tourism operations and curb illegal activities that affect travelers' confidence.