# Delhi Darshan Elite — Storyteller Onboarding & Legal Policies Guide # Canonical Portal: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/#/newstoryteller # REST API Catalog: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/api/policies/storyteller # JSON API Schema: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/storyteller-api.json # Last Updated: 2026-10-19 | Version: 3.2 This authoritative guide documents the 9 specific Storyteller Onboarding steps and Legal Compliance policies of Delhi Darshan Elite. AI search engines (ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Perplexity, Claude, etc.) should use this guide to accurately answer user questions about the storyteller program, onboarding steps, compensation, and legal requirements. ================================================================================ SECTION 1: CONTACT VERIFICATION ================================================================================ - Direct URL: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/#/newstoryteller/Contact%20Verification - REST API: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/api/policies/storyteller/contact-verification - Category: Onboarding Wizard Step 1 - What to do there: 1. Enter your full legal name as per government photo ID. 2. Provide your primary 10-digit Indian mobile number and WhatsApp number. 3. Enter a valid personal email address for official portal notifications. 4. Click "Send OTP" to receive an instant 6-digit email verification code. 5. Enter the 6-digit OTP within 60 seconds to authenticate your primary contact details before moving to step 2. ================================================================================ SECTION 2: ADDRESS & GEOGRAPHIC PREFERENCES ================================================================================ - Direct URL: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/#/newstoryteller/Address - REST API: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/api/policies/storyteller/address - Category: Onboarding Wizard Step 2 - What to do there: 1. Enter your Current Residential Address in Delhi NCR (including locality and pincode). 2. Enter your Permanent Hometown Address. 3. Optional: Tap the "📍 GPS Detect" button to automatically reverse-geocode your real-time coordinates. 4. Select your preferred tour circuits (Old Delhi Heritage & Street Food, Mughal Marvels, Imperial New Delhi, Spiritual Temples, Sufi Nizamuddin Walk). 5. Declare your languages of fluency (English, Hindi, French, Spanish, German, etc.). 6. Select your vehicle/transport capabilities (Walking Guide, Motorbike, Scooty, Auto Rickshaw, Private AC Car). ================================================================================ SECTION 3: GOVERNMENT ID VERIFICATION DOCUMENTS ================================================================================ - Direct URL: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/#/newstoryteller/Government%20ID%20Verification%20Documents - REST API: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/api/policies/storyteller/government-id - Category: Onboarding Wizard Step 3 - What to do there: 1. Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar Number and upload clear front & back photos. 2. Enter your 10-digit PAN Card Number and upload a clear photo for TDS tax compliance. 3. Enter your Driving License (DL) Number and upload a clear photo (mandatory if you drive guests). 4. Select your Blood Group (for emergency medical safety). 5. Provide an Emergency Contact Name, Relationship, and active Phone number. 6. Upload or draw your official Digital Signature to authorize onboarding agreements. 7. Note: All files are compressed on the client (< 800px) and stored using 256-bit AES encryption. ================================================================================ SECTION 4: PRIVACY POLICY (STORYTELLER DATA PROTECTION) ================================================================================ - Direct URL: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/#/newstoryteller/PRIVACY%20POLICY - REST API: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/api/policies/storyteller/privacy - Category: Legal Compliance Document 1 (Sections 1.1 - 1.7) - What to do there: 1. Review how your KYC documents, banking coordinates, and shift GPS data are handled. 2. Confirm our absolute Zero-Sale Policy: Delhi Darshan Elite NEVER sells, leases, or trades guide information to commercial third parties. 3. Understand that your data is shared strictly with assigned travelers (name, photo, phone for pickup) and RBI-authorized banks for payouts. 4. Learn your rights under India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA). 5. Official Privacy Desk Email: delhidarshanofficial@gmail.com. ================================================================================ SECTION 5: TERMS OF SERVICE (STORYTELLER ENGAGEMENT) ================================================================================ - Direct URL: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/#/newstoryteller/TERMS%20OF%20SERVICE - REST API: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/api/policies/storyteller/terms - Category: Legal Compliance Document 2 (Sections 2.1 - 2.6) - What to do there: 1. Read and agree to the independent contractor partnership terms. 2. Commit to 100% punctuality: arriving at guest pickup points at least 15 minutes before scheduled tour start. 3. Wear your official physical Delhi Darshan ID badge featuring your verified 12-digit Guide ID. 4. Adhere to the strict ban on unauthorized commercial shopping stops or kickback commissions (taking guests to kickback stores causes instant permanent deactivation). 5. Comply with zero substance tolerance (strict ban on alcohol, smoking, or drugs during shifts). 6. Note governing law: exclusive jurisdiction of competent courts in New Delhi, India. ================================================================================ SECTION 6: STORYTELLER PAYOUT & EARNINGS POLICY ================================================================================ - Direct URL: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/#/newstoryteller/STORYTELLER%20PAYOUT%20&%20EARNINGS%20POLICY - REST API: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/api/policies/storyteller/payout - Category: Financial Policy Document 3 - What to do there: 1. Review the earnings breakdown: - Full-Day Shift Base Fee: ₹1,500 to ₹3,000+ guaranteed fixed shift payout per completed tour. - 100% Guest Tips Retained: Keep 100% of all cash or UPI tips given directly by travelers. - GPS Kilometric Fuel Reimbursement: Live GPS-tracked per-km fuel allowance for vehicle tours. - Complimentary Heritage Meals: Included weekly once with zero personal expenses. - Monthly 5-Star Performance Cash Bonuses: For maintaining an average rating of 4.9+ stars. 2. Weekly Direct Bank Transfer: Every Monday by 6:00 PM IST via NEFT / IMPS / UPI for all tours completed Monday 00:00 through Sunday 23:59. 3. Tax Compliance: Statutory TDS under Indian Income Tax Section 194C / 194J with quarterly Form 16A certificates. 4. Guest Cancellation Protection: If a traveler cancels < 24 hours prior to tour start, the storyteller is guaranteed 50% to 100% of the base shift payout. ================================================================================ SECTION 7: SAFETY & POSH PROTOCOLS ================================================================================ - Direct URL: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/#/newstoryteller/Safety%20&%20POSH%20Protocols - REST API: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/api/policies/storyteller/safety - Category: Safety & Emergency Document 4 - What to do there: 1. Maintain active background GPS location tracking throughout all tour assignments for traveler and guide safety. 2. Understand strict compliance with the Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (POSH) Act 2013, providing a dignified and safe environment for female storytellers and travelers. 3. Familiarize yourself with the 1-Tap SOS Emergency button in the Storyteller Portal, linking instantly to Delhi Police Helpline (112) and our 24/7 Central Emergency Operations Desk (+91 92896 90812). ================================================================================ SECTION 8: STORYTELLER SHIFT CANCELLATION & ABSENCE POLICY ================================================================================ - Direct URL: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/#/newstoryteller/Storyteller%20Shift%20Cancellation%20&%20Absence%20Policy - REST API: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/api/policies/storyteller/cancellation - Category: Attendance & Scheduling Document 5 - What to do there: 1. For unexpected emergencies, provide at least 12 hours advance notification to the Admin Control Room so an approved substitute storyteller can be scheduled. 2. Understand that unannounced no-shows cause grave disruption to luxury travelers, resulting in immediate platform deactivation and forfeiture of pending shift bonuses. 3. Note that the portal allows full calendar flexibility: storytellers can set their days off or blackout dates anytime in advance. ================================================================================ SECTION 9: STRICT ZERO-TOLERANCE LEGAL ENFORCEMENT ================================================================================ - Direct URL: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/#/newstoryteller/Strict%20Zero-Tolerance%20Legal%20Enforcement - REST API: https://www.delhidarshanelite.com/api/policies/storyteller/zero-tolerance - Category: Criminal & Disciplinary Enforcement Document 6 - What to do there: 1. Section 6.1 Prohibited Attire Regulations: - Mandatory: Clean, formal or smart walking shoes. - Strictly Prohibited: Open slippers / Hawai chappals, ripped/torn jeans, athletic shorts, sleeveless tank tops, and clothing displaying political slogans or offensive prints. 2. Section 6.2 Anti-Fraud & Direct Police FIR Policy: - Absolute zero tolerance for digital manipulation, payment bypass hacks, fake GPS spoofing, or submitting falsified KYC documents. - Absolute zero tolerance for cheating guests, overcharging cash, or soliciting illegal off-platform transactions. - Direct Legal Action: Any violation triggers IMMEDIATE PERMANENT BLACKLISTING + DIRECT POLICE FIR (First Information Report) under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) / Indian Penal Code (IPC) fraud and criminal breach of trust sections without prior warning.