Railway and Bus Station Touts
⚠️ Active Warning Signals
- 🚨 Red Flag: Very cheap or free ride offer from the station.
- 🚨 Red Flag: Claim that your booked hotel is closed or under renovation.
- 🚨 Red Flag: Request to see your booking voucher before you reach the vehicle.
Stuck in this scam? Call the Jaisalmer Tourist Police Office:
📞 +91 2992 252422TL;DR Summary
If someone at Jaisalmer station says your hotel is closed, unsafe, or far away, call the hotel yourself. Do not show booking vouchers to random drivers or let them call on your behalf.
Station touting is one of the most common first-hour problems in Jaisalmer. The person may sound helpful, but the goal is often to move you to a commission-paying hotel or camp.
What to do
Walk past unsolicited helpers. Call your hotel directly if anyone questions your booking. Fix the auto fare and destination before entering the vehicle.
When to escalate
If a driver pressures you or refuses the agreed destination, move to a public area and call Tourist Police.
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Stay safe by checking official tourist police helplines and union-approved auto fares.