Taxi & Transport Scams in New Delhi, India
Overcharging, meter tampering, fake taxis, and transport cons targeting tourists. Below are the taxi & transport scams reported in New Delhi — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Jaipur, Mumbai, and Goa.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Taxi & Transport Scams
12
Total in New Delhi
How it works
Auto-rickshaw drivers in Delhi almost universally refuse to use the meter with tourists, insisting on a negotiated fixed fare that is typically two to three times the metered rate. Some drivers agree to the meter but then dispute the reading at the destination.
How it works
Auto-rickshaw drivers outside major hotels offer tourists a free sightseeing tour of Delhi. The tour systematically visits multiple government emporiums, carpet shops, and gem stores where the driver earns a commission per visit regardless of whether the tourist buys. Pressure inside the shops can be intense.
How it works
Auto-rickshaw drivers claim their meter is broken or refuse to use it, quoting flat rates far above the metered fare. Some drive tourists to shops for commissions instead of the requested destination.
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12 total warnings across all categories