Hyderabad is proudly known as the City of Pearls, with thousands of visitors heading to Charminar every year in search of authentic pearl jewelry.
But behind the glitter and charm of pearl shopping lies a hidden truth: many auto and cab drivers in Hyderabad are not just drivers — they are commission agents in disguise. And this manipulation begins the very moment you even say the word “pearls.”
The Trigger: Just Say “Pearls”
- Mention pearls on a phone call while sitting in a cab/auto, and the driver will immediately tune in.
- If you’re a couple or group discussing pearls among yourselves, the driver will quickly join the conversation.
- From that point, he begins to plant seeds: suggesting “better shops,” warning you against some areas, or pretending to give you “local advice.”
It may sound like friendly guidance, but it’s not — it’s a trap.
The Commission Racket
Here’s how the system works:
- Drivers have tie-ups with shops that pay them huge commissions.
- For every customer they divert, the shop pays them 30% to 40% of the bill.
- Example: Buy pearls worth ₹10,000, and the driver pockets ₹3,000–₹4,000.
This forces shopkeepers to:
- Hike prices sharply to cover payouts.
- Compromise on quality just to maintain profit.
👉 The result: Customers unknowingly pay inflated prices for inferior pearls.
Why Drivers Do This
The numbers reveal everything:
- An honest day’s work earns a driver about ₹2,000 (after driving morning to evening).
- But by diverting a single pearl-buying customer to a tied-up shop, he earns the same ₹2,000 in one commission (e.g., 40% on a ₹5,000 sale).
- That means one successful “trap” = one full day’s income.
No wonder some drivers even offer “free rides” when they suspect you’re a pearl customer — the commission more than makes up for it.
Scare & Revenge Tactics Against Modi Pearls
At Modi Pearls, we refuse to pay commissions. That’s why drivers go to extreme lengths to stop customers from reaching us.
If you insist on visiting Modi Pearls, you might hear:
- “Old City is not safe.”
- “Today is Friday, Old City is closed.”
- “Modi Pearls is closed today.”
- “Cabs or cars don’t go there.”
- “That shop has shut down permanently.”
- “It’s not a good shop — I know people who were cheated there.”
But it doesn’t stop there. If a customer is adamant about coming to Modi Pearls, some drivers take revenge:
- Intentionally dropping customers far away from our store.
- Sometimes leaving them at a completely different location.
- The idea is to waste your time and make you regret insisting on visiting us.
This hostile tactic shocks many unsuspecting customers, who mistakenly believe they’re dealing with a trustworthy guide, not realizing it’s all about commissions.
Why Modi Pearls is Different
At Modi Pearls:
- We never pay commissions to drivers.
- We believe in transparent, fair pricing.
- We are committed to authentic pearls and trust built over generations.
Our honesty is exactly why we’re targeted by this racket — but it’s also why thousands of loyal customers trust us.
How to Outsmart the Trap
If you want to shop pearls in Hyderabad without being misled:
- Never tell drivers that you want to buy pearls.
- Instead, simply say:
👉 “Take me to Gulzar Houz, Charminar.” - From there, you can easily walk to Modi Pearls.
Final Word
The hidden truth is this: many Hyderabad auto and cab drivers have turned into commission agents. One successful trap earns them a day’s income, so they use manipulation, scare tactics, and even revenge to stop you from reaching commission-free shops like Modi Pearls.
But now you know the truth. Don’t let misinformation cost you money, quality, and peace of mind.
✨ Choose authenticity. Choose trust. Choose Modi Pearls.
