Other regional languages are Marathi, Kannada and Malayalam. The Muslim population largely speak Urdu. Tricolour in horizontal strips of deep saffron at the top, white in the middle and dark green at the bottom, in equal proportion. In the center of the white band is the Ashoka Chakra with 24 spokes in navy blue. Usually 220 volts AC, 50Hz.
Some areas have a DC supply.
Otherwise calls must be placed through the international operator. Facilities are available in most 5-star hotels and some offices of the Overseas Communication Service in large cities. International 24-hour service from large hotels and telegraphic offices in major cities. Airmail service to Western Europe takes up to a week. Stamps are often sold at hotels.