Things to remember while traveling in India

• On the streets, wear shoulder bags across the body (impossible to snatch), and keep all money and valuables out of sight (never in unzipped pockets). Beware of being frisked by beggars pretending a friendly hug. Never give anyone your camera, radio or walk man to 'look at’, unless you feel quite sure of getting it back again.

• On trains, where there is much robbery, use your ruck-sack or bag as a pillow (or stash it under your knees) when sleeping. If going to the bathroom, bolt your bag to a fixed compartment attachment or to a window bar.

• On crowded local buses, keep a constant eye on your luggage. You may be asked to put your bags under a seat to make room for other passenger. Don't do it.

• In cheap lodging, double-lock the door (with combination padlock) and secure all windows before retiring for the night-thieves are adept at creeping into unsecured hotel rooms.

• If leaving your luggage for anywhere, for any reason, padlock it to a pipe, a bedstead, or anything that cannot be moved. Some hotels will remind it for you-but always get a receipt, and always check nothing's missing on your return.

• Don't accept any food or drink from total strangers, especially on trains or buses. There are good chances that it might be drugged.

Fear, anger or carelessness all attracts theft; calm confidence and alertness deter it. If you become a victim, report your loss to the police by all means (you will need their report for any insurance claim), but do not expect a lot of sympathy. India is for the self-reliant -a quality that some travellers have to learn the hard way.

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