Starting 2025, Indian Railways will mandate e-Aadhaar authentication for Tatkal bookings to curb fraud and prioritize genuine travelers. Aadhaar-verified users get a 10-minute early booking window, while agents are restricted. With only 12M of 130M IRCTC users verified, non-compliant accounts may face limits. The reform aims to enhance trust, prevent misuse, and could influence global last-minute ticketing practices through robust digital identity systems.
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