Tourists warned about Delhi rape protests
British and US tourists are being advised to avoid New Delhi city centre in light of ongoing demonstrations over the death of gang rape victim.
Daily protests have been staged in the city since the 23-year-old woman died at the weekend.
She died in Singapore where she had been taken for treatment following an hour-long ordeal on a Delhi bus 13 days before.
The UK Foreign Office said large-scale protests have eased, but smaller demonstrations may be ongoing.
"You should therefore take particular care when visiting the city centre and be careful to avoid any demonstrations, which could turn violent. Monitor news broadcasts for up-to-date information," it said.
Meanwhile, US tourists have been told: "Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn violent. Please avoid the areas where demonstrations are occurring and exercise caution if within the vicinity of any large gatherings.
"Please stay current with media coverage of local events, be aware of your surroundings, and practice personal security awareness at all times."
A report in the Times of India said the protests over women’s rights have led to several anxious calls from tourists to India’s tourist offices around the world, but it said there have been no reports of cancellations.
Six men have been arrested and charged with rape and murder.
Five face the death penalty if found guilty, while another is undergoing medical examinations to verify whether he is under the age of 18.
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Editor in chief Bev Fearis has been a travel journalist for 25 years. She started her career at Travel Weekly, where she became deputy news editor, before joining Business Traveller as deputy editor and launching the magazine’s website. She has also written travel features, news and expert comment for the Guardian, Observer, Times, Telegraph, Boundless and other consumer titles and was named one of the top 50 UK travel journalists by the Press Gazette.
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