ALERT: Avoid fake apps, loss can result in heavy punishment, IRCTC warns

In today’s era, with technological advancement, people’s lifestyle is also changing. Being connected to the internet, people can easily perform their daily tasks, be it bill payment or booking a train journey. However, there also exist many fraud and fake apps that harass people through this technical communication. Under this, Indian Railways through IRCTC has warned people to avoid fake apps.

Officially, Indian Railways said that many people are falling prey to fake apps created in the name of real IRCTC application. They are facing various types of problems due to these fake apps which deceive them. Moreover, these fake apps also do not keep their personal and financial information safe. IRCTC has directly addressed this issue and warned people to use only the official IRCTC application for their booking or any railway related work. This official application provides safe and official services to its users, which are not available in fake apps.

There are some important things that people should pay attention to to avoid fake apps. First, people should exercise caution and download applications only from certified sources. Secondly, in case of any confusion, they can contact the official website or helpline of IRCTC. Third, people should always be alert to keep their personal information safe. Also, the government and Indian Railways are also busy in making people aware against such frauds. They are cautioning people to stay away from fake apps and avail services only from official sources. Moreover, strict action will be taken against such fake apps by the government authorities to ensure the safety and convenience of the people.

In conclusion, people need to be alert and aware to avoid fake apps. While using important services like IRCTC, one should use applications from verified sources only. This will not only ensure their security but will also protect them from fraud threats. Several fraudulent applications imitating the official IRCTC app are being widely circulated through Google Play Store and APK files. These fraudulent apps falsely claim to offer confirmed tickets, sometimes displaying fully booked seats as available. This poses a major risk to millions of passengers who depend on IRCTC for their train bookings. Despite the proliferation of these fake apps, it is essential to differentiate the genuine IRCTC Rail Connect app from the fraudsters.

The authentic IRCTC mobile app called IRCTC Rail Connect is the only official application for ticket booking. It can be freely downloaded from reputable sources like Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Notably, the IRCTC Rail Connect app has received over 50 million downloads with a rating of 3.7 on Google Play Store, confirming its validity.

When downloading the IRCTC Rail Connect app, users should verify its authenticity by checking for the “IRCTC Official” label, which confirms its validity. It is important to avoid downloading apps from third-party sources to reduce the risk of downloading counterfeit versions.

One particularly prevalent fake app, which is circulating with the name “irctcconnect.apk”, has been shared through messaging platforms like Telegram and WhatsApp. Additionally, beware of fraudulent websites like IRCTC, which misrepresent IRCTC. This is the authentic website of IRCTC. Vigilance is important to protect against these deceptive practices, and users should exercise caution while downloading and using IRCTC-related applications and websites.

– Animesh Sharma