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IRCTC blocks 30 million suspicious IDs in online booking security drive

From Hindustan Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) deactivated over 30 million suspicious user IDs in 2025-26.
  • This action is part of the corporation's efforts to enhance security and prevent fraudulent activities.
  • IRCTC is a key platform for online railway ticket bookings in India.

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has taken significant action against fraudulent activities by deactivating 30.3 million suspicious user IDs during the 2025-26 period. This move underscores the platform's commitment to maintaining the integrity of its online ticketing system.

IRCTC, a vital entity for millions of travelers seeking to book train tickets across India, implemented these measures as part of its ongoing security enhancement efforts. The deactivation targets accounts suspected of engaging in irregular or unauthorized practices, aiming to ensure fair access for genuine users.

This record-breaking number of deactivated IDs highlights the scale of the challenge in managing a massive online platform. It also signals IRCTC's proactive stance in combating potential misuse and safeguarding its services against exploitation, thereby setting new benchmarks in online security for public services.

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Originally published by Hindustan Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.