October 5, 2024

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Delhi Safer Than London for Wealthy Indians Amid Rising Thefts

India’s affluent uneasy in Mayfair as thefts rise in London more than Delhi, causing concern among business elite, says entrepreneur Devin Narang.

At a New Delhi meeting, Narang, an executive committee member of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry, expressed concern over rising muggings in London’s Mayfair, citing CEOs’ experiences and lack of police response.

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Indian Elite Prefer Delhi Over London, Citing Safety Concerns

Narang, Federation of Indian Chambers executive, voiced concern over rising Mayfair muggings at a New Delhi meeting.

Narang emphasized CEOs’ London mugging experiences, citing a lack of police response. Rich Indians feel safer walking in New Delhi.

Narang emphasized the discomfort of navigating a walking city like London, where muggings are on the rise, contrasting it with the perceived safety of walking anywhere in Delhi without the fear of being mugged.

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Lammy, in Delhi for trade talks, highlights London mugging concerns; underscores security and crime prevention as top Labour party priorities.

Theft rate in Westminster, including Mayfair, rose 40% to 25,000 incidents; London saw a 27% increase in thefts.

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In discussions with SkyNews, Narang voiced concerns about Indian CEOs facing mugging incidents, emphasizing worries while exploring ways to enhance bilateral business.

He added that Lammy assured to address the theft complaints in response to them.