These recent events demonstrate that the Kashmir Valley in the State of Jammu and Kashmir remains a dangerous place where terrorist activities and violent civil disturbances continue. Dozens were killed and many more injured in the incidents of mob action which resulted in imposition of curfew and disruption of public transportation in many towns including Dehradun, Rishikesh, Nainital and other popular tourist destinations. Civil unrest pervades the Northeast States. Terrorist groups in Assam have bombed trains, buses and bridges. Numerous political killings have occurred in Nagaland and Manipur.
Tensions run high between India and Pakistan, particularly over Kashmir.
The only official India-Pakistan crossing point is between Atari, India and Wagah, Pakistan. A Pakistani visa is required for entry to Pakistan. In June 1995, the Government announced that advance permission would no longer be required for travel to Meghalaya, Assam, Tripura, and Sikkim. Travelers arriving from countries where outbreaks of yellow fever have occurred will be required to furnish a certificate of yellow fever vaccination. Cholera and gastroenteritis occur during the summer monsoon months, mostly in the poorer areas of India.