India’s Top 5 Cities for Street Crimes: A Traveler’s Guide

Delhi: The capital city reports high instances of pickpocketing, snatching, and scams, especially in crowded areas like Chandni Chowk and Paharganj.

Mumbai: Being the financial capital, crowded areas like CST, Dadar, and local trains are hotspots for petty thefts and pickpocketing.

Kolkata: Popular markets like New Market and the area around Howrah Station have been reported for cases of theft and minor scams.

Bengaluru: The IT hub isn’t exempt from street crimes. Areas like Majestic and Shivajinagar see occasional cases of mugging and scams.

Hyderabad: Busy areas like Nampally and the old city witness occasional reports of pickpocketing and minor thefts.