Rs 1.8 lakh gone at Akshardham: Solo visitors warned after theft story goes viral

A first-time visitor to Akshardham lost over Rs 1.8 lakh worth of belongings to a con artist. The scammer, posing as a helpful guide, convinced the tourist to hand over valuables, including a phone and wallet, by falsely warning about the cloakroom. The incident highlights the vulnerability of solo travelers at popular religious sites.

Rs 1.8 lakh gone at Akshardham: Solo visitors warned after theft story goes viral
A first-time visitor to Akshardham lost over Rs 1.8 lakh worth of belongings to a con artist. The scammer, posing as a helpful guide, convinced the tourist to hand over valuables, including a phone and wallet, by falsely warning about the cloakroom. The incident highlights the vulnerability of solo travelers at popular religious sites.