Travel warning: Feds urge added caution in popular Asian destination over crime/terrorism
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Travel warning: Feds urge added caution in popular Asian destination over crime/terrorism
The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for India. The Asian destination is classified as a Level 2 risk. Violent crimes, including sexual assault, happen at tourist sites and other locations.
The State Department urges Americans traveling to exercise increased caution in India due to crime and terrorism. The Asian destination is classified as a Level 2 risk. Some areas have increased risk, the State Department said.
The travel advisory was published on June 16.
Violent crimes, including sexual assault, happen at tourist sites and other locations, the advisory said. Terrorists may attack with “little or no warning,” targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls and government facilities.
If you are planning a trip to India, the State Department recommends following safety guidelines, including:
The State Department also advises not to travel to these areas in the country including the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, the India-Pakistan Border, parts of Central and East India, Manipur and Northeastern states.
Read the travel advisory here.