Security Situation In Nepal
In recent years there has been an escalation in clashes between
Maoist rebels and the government but nowadays peace restored in Nepal.
However, the most common form of crime against tourists is theft,
usually by stealth rather than violence, so visitors should take care
to secure their personal possessions at all times. In more remote areas
the risk of muggings and robberies does exist but remains very low. The
majority of Nepal is safe to travel.
Security Help guide:
For more specific, up-to-date security information and how this may affect your tour,
Tourist Police was established in 1979 under the Ministry of Culture,
Tourism and Civil Aviation. The special unit has been designated the
task of providing security to visitors. The team of Tourist Police
consists of officers who can speak and understand English and Hindi.
They register complaints, investigate matters, and provide protection
and safety to tourists. They also try to ensure hassle-free trip for
visitors and assist tourists when necessary. There are three units of
Tourist Police forces in Kathmandu. While the main office is at the
Tourist Service Center in Bhrikuti Mandap (Phone: 4247041, 4247037),
the other two are in tourist areas Thamel (Phone: 4429750) and
Basantapur (Phone: 4268969).
Here are some tips on how visitors can remain safe:
- Inform your whereabouts immediately upon arrival to the local police or concerned embassy or consulate.
- Use the services of government registered travel and trekking agencies only.
- Stay only at government registered hotels, resorts, guest houses and lodges.
- Use only those porters who are authorized by your travel agency or hotel.
- Exchange foreign currency only at authorized places.
- Carry certified copies of documents and leave the originals and other valuables in the safe deposit box of your hotel.
- Never leave these items unattended in your room.
- Do not carry large sums of cash.
- Carry travelers' cheques and limited amount of cash while on tour.
- Never leave your luggage and other valuables unattended at any time, any place.
- In case of theft or loss contact the nearest police station immediately.
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