Safety And Security
Rajasthan is a peaceful state and its people are friendly and well
meaning. This piece of an advice is meant to caution but you should
not be paranoid otherwise you miss knowing about the very vibrant
people and culture of Rajasthan. Like anywhere else, reasonable
caution is your best weapon against theft or worse. Rajasthan is
very safe and there are no civil disturbances
It is advised never to leave your valuables unattended in train,
station platforms or airports.
If you have to leave your belongings in a train, please pad lock
them with the loops hanging from the bottom of your seats. In case
of hotel room use additional locks on the cupboard in the room or
if possible on the rooms door also. It is well worth if pack a couple
of padlocks and a one metre long chain with loops on its ends.
It is recommended that you keep your passport, ticket or money
safely stashed in a belt pouch fastened around your waist
Thieves and Thugs are prevalent on routes crowded by tourist, be
careful not to accept food or beverages from a friendly co-passenger.
It may contain sleeping pills for possible drugging to relieve of
your baggage.
While engaging in an interesting discussions with a co-passenger,
stay alert about your baggage as his accomplice might be stealing
your baggage. Be generally alert of bag pickers.
If you have hotel accommodation in mind, do not let Taxi or auto
rickshaw driver mislead you, as he may only be a tout for another
hotel and poor bargain. |