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Money Safety & Common Scams

Nashik & Trimbak

Spot fake priests, overpriced offerings and fake booking links.

Never pay unknown people for 'special darshan', 'pandit packages' or 'VIP entry' without a printed receipt. Use only official temple-trust booking sites. Prefer UPI or cards from known merchants, and keep small cash in separate pockets. Report suspicious cases to police or Kumbh help desks.

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Be careful with unsolicited offers

Please confirm dates, timings and rules with official notices before you travel.

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