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Travel Advisory Issued for Shillong Amid Ongoing Tensions
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 22 Aug 2026, 06:12 AM
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Authorities have issued a travel advisory for Shillong, urging visitors to stay informed and exercise caution due to continuing unrest.
Local officials have released a travel advisory for Shillong as tensions persist in the city, according to a report by The Times of India. The notice advises all incoming and resident travelers to monitor developments closely and to follow directions issued by police and municipal authorities.
The advisory recommends avoiding large gatherings, staying away from areas where protests are reported, and keeping personal belongings secure. Visitors are also urged to register with their hotels or local contacts and to keep emergency numbers handy.
Travelers are encouraged to consult official government portals, local news outlets, and embassy advisories for real‑time updates before and during their stay. Transport services and accommodation providers may adjust operations in response to the security situation, so checking with service providers is advised.
The advisory recommends avoiding large gatherings, staying away from areas where protests are reported, and keeping personal belongings secure. Visitors are also urged to register with their hotels or local contacts and to keep emergency numbers handy.
Travelers are encouraged to consult official government portals, local news outlets, and embassy advisories for real‑time updates before and during their stay. Transport services and accommodation providers may adjust operations in response to the security situation, so checking with service providers is advised.