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India 2019 Crime & Safety Report: New Delhi India 2019 Crime & Safety Report: New Delhi This is an annual report produced in conjunction with the Regional Security Office at the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, India. The current U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory at the date of this report’s publication assesses most of India at Level 2, indicating travelers should exercise increased caution due to crime and terrorism. Some areas have increased risk: do not travel to the state of Jammu and Kashmir (except the eastern Ladakh region and its capital, Leh) due to terrorism and civil unrest; and do not travel to within ten kilometers of the border with Pakistan due to the potential for armed conflict. Overall Crime and Safety Situation The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi does not assume responsibility for the professional ability or integrity of the persons or firms appearing in this report. The American Citizens’ Services unit (ACS) cannot recommend a particular individual or location, and assumes no responsibility for the quality of service provided. Please review OSAC’s India-specific webpage for original OSAC reporting, consular messages, and contact information, some of which may be available only to private-sector representatives with an OSAC password. Crime Threats There is moderate risk from crime in New Delhi. Crimes do occur; however, they rarely target foreigners. New Delhi’s largest concern of crime toward foreigners continues to be the verbal and physical harassment of women. A handful of U.S. citizens reported incidents of verbal and physical harassment to the Embassy’s American Citizen Services. Although most victims have been local residents, attacks against female visitors in tourist areas underline the fact that foreign women are also at risk and should exercise vigilance and situational awareness. For more information, please review OSAC’s Report, Female Personnel & Traveler Security in India. Petty crimes (pickpocketing, purse snatching, etc.) are very common on public transport and roads. Theft of U.S. passports is also common, particularly in major tourist areas, on trains, at airports, and metro/train stations. Carry a photocopy of your passport and visa, but leave your passport in a safe place. Be aware of being bumped or pushed. Before entering an underground pedestrian crosswalk, be aware of who is around. Be alert for gangs of youths, con artists, and beggars, including disabled persons. Be wary of unexpected persons coming to your hotel room. Never open the door to unsolicited room service or maintenance personnel. Contact the front desk if you have any doubts. Leave valuables and important papers secured in your hotel's safe deposit box. Make sure to give luggage only to a member of the hotel's bell staff, and to secure a receipt. 1 If you schedule a meeting with a potential client, research the company and the individual with whom you are meeting. Meet in a public place. Criminals often attempt to drug drinks in order to steal money and possessions. U.S. travelers have received drugged drinks or tainted food in an effort to make them more vulnerable to theft, particularly at train stations. When in a bar/restaurant, keep a close watch over your drink, and do not accept a drink from anyone you do not know/trust. Even food or drink purchased from a canteen or vendor could be tainted. For more information, please review OSAC’s Report Shaken: The Don’ts of Alcohol Abroad. Cybersecurity Issues Theft of financial information and identity theft have become significant concerns. The diplomatic community has numerous instances of local bank account compromise. Advance fee fraud schemes are common in India. For more information, please review OSAC’s Report, The Overseas Traveler’s Guide to ATM Skimmers & Fraud. Other Areas of Concern The Department of State strongly recommends avoiding travel to Jammu & Kashmir (with the exception of the eastern Ladakh region and Leh) because of a high potential for terrorist incidents and violent public unrest. The U.S. government prohibits its employees from traveling to Jammu & Kashmir (except for Ladakh) without permission; the U.S. Embassy grants permission only in exceptional circumstances. A number of terrorist groups target security forces, particularly along the Line of Control (LOC) separating Indian- and Pakistani-controlled Kashmir, and those stationed in primary tourist destinations in the Kashmir Valley (e.g. Srinagar, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam). Foreigners are particularly visible, vulnerable, and at risk. Serious communal violence left the state mostly paralyzed due to massive strikes and business shutdowns, and local police have had to evacuate U.S. citizens in harm’s way. The Department of State recommends avoiding travel within ten kilometers of the India-Pakistan border. Both countries maintain a strong military presence along the border. The only official India- Pakistan border crossing point for persons who are not citizens of India or Pakistan is in Punjab between Attari, India, and Wagah, Pakistan. The border crossing is usually open, but confirm the status prior to commencing travel. A Pakistani visa is required to enter Pakistan. Only U.S. citizens residing in India may apply for a Pakistani visa in India. The Pakistani government requires that U.S. citizens resident in India must first come to the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi to sign an affidavit of intent to apply for the Pakistani visa before submitting their application. Otherwise, apply for a Pakistani visa in your country of residence before traveling to India. India and Pakistan each claim an area of the Karakoram mountain range that includes the Siachen Glacier. Travel or mountain climbing in this area is highly dangerous. The disputed area includes Rimo Peak; Apsarasas I, II, and III; Tegam Kangri I, II and III; Suingri Kangri; Ghiant I and II; Indira Col; and Sia Kangri. Due to the fluid nature of the Naxalite threat, the U.S. Embassy requires all U.S. government travelers to states with Naxalite activity to receive prior authorization from the Regional Security Office. U.S. officials traveling only to the capital cities in these states do not need prior authorization. 2 The Indian government designates certain parts of India as "restricted areas" and requires special advance permission to visit. These areas include: Portions of Himachal Pradesh near the Chinese border; Portions of Uttarakhand near the Chinese border; Portions of Rajasthan near the Pakistani border; Portions of Jammu & Kashmir near the LOC with Pakistan and portions of Ladakh; Portions of Arunachal Pradesh; Portions of Manipur; Portions of Mizoram; Portions of Nagaland; Portions of Sikkim; Portions of the Andaman and Nicobar Island; and All areas of Lacadive, Minicoy and Amindivi Islands. Find more information on travel to restricted/protected areas at India’s Bureau of Immigration website. “Restricted Area Permits" are available at Indian Embassies/Consulates abroad or from the Ministry of Home Affairs (Foreigners Division) at Jaisalmer House, 26 Man Singh Road, New Delhi. Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim maintain official guesthouses in New Delhi that can issue Restricted Area Permits for their respective states to certain travelers. Exercise caution while visiting Mamallapuram (Mahabalipuram) in Tamil Nadu, as the Indira Gandhi Atomic Research Center, Kalpakkam, is located just south of the site and is not clearly marked as a restricted and dangerous area. Transportation-Safety Situation For more information, please review OSAC’s Report, Security in Transit: Airplanes, Public Transport, and Overnights. Road Safety and Road Conditions Travel by road is dangerous. India leads the world in traffic-related deaths, which have included U.S. citizens. Traffic travels on the left; therefore, it is important to be alert while crossing streets and intersections, especially after dark. Try to use only vehicles that have seatbelts, which are uncommon in taxis. Always wear helmets on motorcycles and bicycles. Exercise extreme caution when crossing streets, even in marked pedestrian areas. People drive erratically, and if a driver hits a pedestrian or a cow, the vehicle and its occupants are at risk of retributive mob violence. These attacks pose a significant risk of injury/death to the vehicle's occupants and impounding of the vehicle. If it is unsafe to remain at the scene of an accident, try to reach the nearest police station. Driving under the influence of alcohol, exceeding 30 mg per 100ml of blood detected by a breath analyzer, is punishable under Indian law. When driving, strictly obey traffic regulations and carry your registration and license. For more information on self-driving, please review OSAC’s Report Driving Overseas: Best Practices. 3 Public Transportation Conditions Indians use public transportation extensively. Buses and metro rail are the cheapest, most frequently used means of public transportation. When using public transportation, always exercise caution with your bags and refrain from sharing details of your identity and travel plans. If you take public transportation in rush hour or visit crowded places, hold your bag in front of you. Scam artists often use major airports, train stations, metro stations, popular restaurants, and tourist sites to prey on visitors, often creating a distraction to accomplish their goals. Interstate trains are safer than buses, but train accidents do occur more frequently than in other countries. Always use a commercial or official taxi/bus service. Travelers have fallen victim to nefarious activity that often occurs in unregulated vehicles such as unmarked buses/taxis. Do not enter any vehicle carrying unfamiliar passengers. Use pre-paid taxis, as the system is governed by Delhi Traffic Police. In this system, you pay in advance for taxi fare, which is pre-approved by Delhi Transport Authority for each destination. When you are in the car, sit in the rear seat, lock the doors from the inside, and do not allow the driver to accept additional passengers.
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