'Stay vigilant, exercise due caution': High Commission's travel advisory for Indians going to UK

The High Commission of India in London has issued a travel advisory for Indian citizens planning to visit the United Kingdom, following recent disturbances in some parts of the country. The advisory urges travelers to remain vigilant and exercise caution while traveling within the UK.

The High Commission advises Indian visitors to stay informed by following local news and security advisories issued by local authorities. It is recommended to avoid areas where protests or disturbances are taking place to ensure personal safety.

The travel advisory for Indian citizens comes in the wake of significant civil disturbances across the UK. The recent unrest has been triggered by far-right riots and anti-immigrant protests following a stabbing incident in Southport that killed three children.

Violence has erupted in Britain following a knife attack that resulted in the deaths of three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance event in Southport. The attack has triggered widespread unrest, with right-wing activists spreading false claims on social media that the suspect, Axel Muganwa Rudakubana, was a Muslim immigrant. This misinformation has sparked anti-immigrant riots in over a dozen UK towns and cities, including Manchester and the capital city of London.

Rioters targeted mosques and hotels housing asylum-seekers, leading to hundreds of arrests. In response, the government has announced plans to deploy a “standing army” of specialist police to address the unrest. Tensions over immigration and housing for asylum-seekers have fueled the violence, worsened by economic issues and failing public services.

In case of an emergency, Indian citizens can contact the High Commission of India at India House, Aldwych, London WC2B 4NA.

The High Commission can be reached by phone at +44 (0) 20 7836 9147 or via email at inf.london@mea.gov.in.