India: Tips on how to travel safe in its border areas
India’s border areas have some of the most pristine landscapes, great cultural diversity and historical significance. The majestic mountains of Ladakh, the lush forests of Arunachal Pradesh, or the salt marshes of Gujarat, wherever it may be, will have to be essayed without fail by the discerning traveller. But travelling in such regions is sensitive geographically and have rugged terrain, so planning and awareness needs to be increased. An account of precautions and logistical suggestions to guarantee a safe, respectful trip via the border areas of India. Learning about India’s borders and how sensitive it is to them. This is because India shares borders with Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and Afghanistan (through the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir territory). Every border is politically, culturally and security dynamic. Other than borders with Nepal and Bhutan which are fairly friendly and open, others, especially with Pakistan and China, are very tightly wound...