Hyderabad’s passport touts demand a premium of Rs 10k for quick delivery

Passport touts in Hyderabad continue to exploit applicants’ urgency, charging exorbitant fees for expedited services despite crackdowns and online alternatives. Posing as applicants, reporters found touts demanding up to ₹17,000 for tatkal passports with expedited police verification, justifying the inflated prices with promises of swift processing and document handling.