Did you know that these places in India require travel permits?

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

In India, travelers aiming to visit certain regions near the country’s international borders must secure an Inner Line Permit (ILP). This travel measure, aimed at regulating access to sensitive zones, covers areas of strategic significance. Regions mandating an ILP include Arunachal Pradesh, recognized for its location at the confluence of the borders with Myanmar, Bhutan, and China, where permits are obtainable from government representatives in major cities.

Similarly, Meghalaya requires visitors to obtain an ILP, a policy consistent with its northeastern neighbours. This travel directive, reinforced by the Meghalaya Residents, Safety, and Security Act of 2016, mandates that individuals planning to stay beyond 24 hours secure a permit and submit requisite documents.

Nagaland, sharing a border with Myanmar and celebrated for its diverse tribal cultures, also insists on ILP for entry, available from specific governmental officials or online.

Mizoram, bordered by Myanmar and Bangladesh, and home to a variety of indigenous tribes, enforces ILP regulations, with permits available from liaison officers in several cities and directly at Lengpui Airport for air travelers, offering both temporary and regular permits.

Sikkim requires permits for access to protected areas like Tsomgo-Baba Mandir and NathuLa Pass, among others, issued by the Tourism & Civil Aviation Department, with applications possible at key points and through registered travel agencies.

The Union Territory of Lakshadweep mandates permits for all visitors to control tourism flow, requiring a clearance certificate and ID documents, with online applications also accepted.

In Manipur, the requirement for an ILP was introduced in December 2019, allowing stays up to 30 days on a temporary permit and up to 90 days on a regular permit, necessitating valid identification for application.

These regulations underscore India’s effort to protect the ecological and cultural integrity of these regions while balancing the growth of tourism and security.

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