General Information

Currency regulation in India require, all foreign nationals and non-resident Indians to pay for their hotel and travel expenses in Foreign Currency Cash, travelers cheques or major credit cards, such as Master, Visa which are accepted at most places. It is recommended that visitors purchase some Indian Rupees after check-in at their hotel.

On 8 November 2016, the Government of India announced the demonetization, under which notes of ₹ 500, and ₹ 1000 was withdrawn from circulation and were declared invalid. Presently, all old Currency notes of denomination Rs.5, Rs.10, Rs.20, Rs.50 and Rs.100 are in circulation along with the new notes of ₹ 10, ₹ 50, ₹ 100, ₹ 200, ₹ 500.

Citizens of all countries require a valid national passport / travel document with a valid visa to visit India. These may be obtained from the Indian Mission / Consular Office in the country of their residence.

Any foreign national coming from or transiting through countries where Yellow Fever is endemic is required to possess a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate. There are no other vaccination requirements for travelers to India.

November is the winter month in India. Temperature during this month is generally minimum 10°C and maximum about 21°C during the day.

At the time of the exhibition, the weather in Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, India will be cold. It is advisable to carry woolens

In Chandigarh, residents and visitors can access essential emergency services quickly through dedicated helpline numbers. For any medical emergency, people can dial 108 for ambulance services. The 100 number connects directly to the police, ensuring immediate help in law-and-order situations. For fire-related emergencies, 101 is available round the clock. Additionally, 1091 is the women’s helpline, providing safety assistance, and 112 is the integrated national emergency number offering multi-service support. These emergency numbers ensure prompt response and safety for citizens in Chandigarh.