It is relatively safe in India if you steer clear of large crowds, stay inside at night, and stick to authorized taxi cabs when traveling around. However, you should be aware that, according to the US Department of State, “Indian authorities report rape is one of the fastest growing crimes in India.
Violent crime, such as sexual assault, has occurred at tourist sites and in other locations. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, and government facilities.”
In some places in India, you can’t expect help quickly: “The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in rural areas from eastern Maharashtra and northern Telangana through western West Bengal as U.S. government employees must obtain special authorization to travel to these areas.”
It’s better to be safe than sorry, so if you’re not sure if a place or activity is safe, steer clear.