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๐ Lost RFID? Counter Process Guide
Lost-broken RFID: duplicate process, ID, kids RFID, queue tips.
๐ Last updated: 2026-10-08 โข Official source: maavaishnodevi.org
Why RFID matters
RFID scans run at Ban Ganga, Ardhkuwari and Bhawan check-posts โ no passage without it Crowd counts and safety ride on it
Keep cards around neck/upper pockets Never laminate (scan fails).
First act on losing
Do not panic โ recheck pockets-bags, ask companions Else inform the nearest check-post/counter
Show yatra-slip print + Aadhar Duplicates issue instantly.
Where duplicates come
Ban Ganga, Ardhkuwari, Bhawan counters โ wherever you stand Queues stay short
Remember/photo your online slip number Kids' cards on parent IDs.
If it breaks
Bent-broken cards never scan โ carry pieces to counters for replacement Dry soaked cards and retry; else duplicate.
Kids-elders RFID
Keep them yourself โ never leave on kids' necks (falls in play) Elders' pockets + photos Group leaders note all numbers.
Deposit on return
Return cards at descent counters Never litter; fines apply.
Theft-fraud safety
RFID buyer-seller touts cheat โ never take others' cards (scans catch) Share your number with nobody.
โ FAQ โ Lost RFID? Counter Process Guide
Duplicate free?
Usually yes.
Where to get?
Nearest check-post/counter.
What is needed?
Slip print/number + Aadhar.
For kids?
Instantly on parent IDs.
On return?
Deposit at counters.
โ ๏ธ Rates/timings change โ verify on maavaishnodevi.org / irctc.co.in before travel.
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