U.S. Consulate General Chennai

An article in the local media reports that a threat has been made against the International Society for Krishna Consciousness Society (ISKCON) temple in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. The reported threat notes that a "large number of Americans" frequent the temple. While the credibility of this threat has not yet been determined, Indian security officials are taking this threat seriously. American citizens traveling through Vrindavan, some three hours SE of New Delhi, are advised to avoid the ISKCON temple on January 25 and 26, the dates specifically mentioned in the threat. Those resident in the area should increase their security measures and remain vigilant.

Americans living or traveling in India are encouraged to register with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate through the State Department's travel registration web site, https://travelregistration.state.gov/, and to obtain updated information on travel and security within India. Americans without Internet access may register directly with the U.S. Embassy or the nearest Consulate. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Embassy or Consulate to contact them in case of emergency.

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s Internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution Public Announcements can be found. Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States, or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

U.S. citizens may contact the American Citizens Services Unit of the Embassy for further information. The telephone number listed below is available 24 hours a day for emergency services.