Key Points
- Australia updates travel advisory for India.
- Government urges citizens to exercise a high degree of caution.
The Albanese Government has cautioned anyone planning a trip to India to exercise a high degree of caution.
"Isolated incidents of violent demonstrations have been reported across the National Capital Region, including Delhi. Avoid large public gatherings, take official warnings seriously and monitor local media for updates," the government states in its advisory issued on Thursday.
Exercise a high degree of caution in India overall due to the high threat of terrorist activity, civil unrest and crime.Australian government's advisory
Higher levels apply in some areas
In light of the ongoing unrest, curfews and restrictions in the state of Manipur, visitors are strongly advised to exercise extreme caution.
Expanding on the threats in the north-eastern states, states that "security agencies have increased their presence in Manipur".
"Mobile internet services remain suspended, and transport services have been disrupted. Further restrictions may be imposed at short notice."
Credit: Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
The advisory excludes the Atari-Wagah border crossing between the Indian city of Amritsar and the Pakistani city of Lahore, which attracts a large number of tourists.
