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Instructions From the
POLICE
1. All foreigners visiting any part of India are advised to
abide strictly by the conditions stipulated in the visa.
Violation may result in deportation.
2. If your visa is for more than six months then you must get
yourself registered with the Foreigners’ Registration Officer
(usually the district police chief) within 15 days of your
arrival. This is necessary to get the Certificate of
Registration and the Residential Permit.
3. Pakistani citizens will have to get themselves registered
within 24 hours of their arrival, irrespective of the period of
their visa
4. You will have to get yourself registered if your visa is for
less than six months but you plan to get it extended.
5. The law requires that you shall produce the passport for
inspection by the competent authority (Registration officer,
magistrate or police officer not below the rank of a head
constable) within 24 hours of such demand being made.
6. Similarly, the Certificate of Registration also needs to be
kept safely as that too has to be produced within 24 hours if a
demand is made for that.
7. If there is going to be a change in your registered address
or if you propose to remain absent from that address for more
then two weeks at a stretch, you must report that to the
Registration Officer.
8. If you are staying at a hotel, you must fill out the Form ‘C’
within 24 hours of your arrival and give it to the hotel
management which shall be responsible for forwarding it to the
authorities.
9. Please abide by the aforesaid rules. Violation is punishable
with imprisonment up to five years.
10. During your stay and travel, avail yourself of the services
of authorized personnel only (porters, guides, taxi operators
etc.) to the extent possible. This makes tracking them easier in
case anyone commits some offence.
11. If you are going to be in forest areas for trekking etc.
please make yourself aware of the concerned rules first.
12. Drug laws in India are very strict with jail term up to 20
years—better don’t be found on the wrong side of the law.
13. Traffic in India is from the left—remember that.
14. Feel free to contact us for any problem or offence.
Guidelines from the tourism department
Tourism is today recognized as a social phenomenon which brings
mankind closer to different social values, cultural heritage and
customs. Successful tourism development imbibes the values of
recognizing the sustainability of natural resources and the
socio-cultural ethos of the land.
Kerala has inculcated several measures to be followed by
tourists to sustain the pristine beauty of God’s Own Country and
to conserve and protect its natural bounty. The focus of
promotion of tourism in Kerala is channelised with a vision that
aims at sensitizing and educating tourists/visitors on various
measures that has to be followed to preserve God’s gift to man –
Nature.
The importance of responsible tourism based on
conservation-preservation is the key to Kerala’s tourism
policies and this is made evident in the guidelines set by
Kerala Tourism for tour operators and the tourists who visit
this land that has lured travelers through the centuries.
Travelers Guidelines for Responsible Tourism
Do an in-depth research on the customs and practices of God’s
Own Country before you plan your visit. Appreciate the culture
of the land and its tradition. Be polite to the native people
and appreciate their habits. Learn a few basic words of
greetings and polite phrases in the native language before your
visit. Respect the diverse religious and social customs of
Kerala. Observe the local laws and codes of the land.
Try to actively involve yourself in the cultural and
environmental concerns of Kerala and cooperate accordingly.
Avoid trying to purchase or own things which are not legally
permissible or might be protected. Do not force entry into
prohibited or restricted areas that will disrupt the ecology or
the cultural sentiments of the land
Conserve energy by minimizing the use of fans, lights, geysers
etc. whenever not required. Avoid overuse, wastage and pollution
of water, contributing to the global conservation of water
resources. Avoid littering public places and ensure that waste
is disposed only in bins earmarked for the purpose.
Guidelines for Tour Operators
Prepare definite pre-departure programmes. Awareness modules to
be distributed among the tourists before their departure to the
destination (This should include Culture, History, Food habits,
Climate, Responsible travel tour programmes, Health cares, Do’s
and Don’ts, Dress code etc. – information to be relevant, brief
and communicative). Fix group size for all programmes taking
care the carrying capacity of the destination. Tour packages to
be made according to the group size. Detailed information to be
given to tourists on arrival at the destination (continuation of
the awareness programme – Interactive sessions, Audiovisual
presentations, Environmental films, Printed materials etc.). All
escorted tours should have tour managers. They are responsible
for ensuring that privacy and dignity of areas visited is
maintained. Prevention of cultural impacts should be part of
awareness programmes (Special mention on Dress codes, Thorough
filtering of tourists to sensitive areas, Handouts of culture
shocks, Family binding, Customs etc. to be well communicated.).
Promote the appreciation of religious places and respect of
local culture by discouraging the purchase of religious objects
or heirlooms. Camp fire and open fires should be discouraged to
prevent deforestation. Indigenous plant saplings may be taken
and tourists should be encouraged to plant them near the
campsites or on the trails. Campsites to be left clean and all
non-biodegradable garbage carried back for proper disposal. No
cuttings, seeds or roots of plants should be allowed to be taken
away from the sanctuaries, that is illegal in many reserves.
Pre-Departure Guidelines for visitors to Sanctuaries. Maximum
size of visitors group for trekking will be 9. Guests shall not
bring pets, i.e. dogs, cats etc. inside any park or reserve. Do
not collect any form of fauna or flora from any sanctuary or
park. Be aware of the negative aspects of insensitive behavior,
such as taking photographs of people without their consent or
failure to observe local customs. Do not interfere with
scientific research, facilities or equipment. Be aware of your
capabilities and the dangers posed by the trip. Dress codes to
be followed. Do not damage plants – for example by walking,
driving, or landing on extensive moss beds or lichen-covered
areas. Keep noise to the minimum to avoid frightening wildlife.
Do not bring non-native plants or animals into the park. Be
aware of the location of areas that have been accorded special
protection and of any restrictions regarding entry and
activities that can be carried out in and around the area. Be
aware of applicable restrictions and regulations of the site. Do
not damage, remove or destroy historic sites or monuments, or
any artifacts associated with them. Please ensure that necessary
permission is obtained before visiting. Maintain a safe distance
from all wildlife. Do not stray from group. Do not disturb any
animal by making noises, flashing lights or making any sudden
movements that may frighten animals. Do not chase animals. Be
aware that too much noise disturbs the wildlife and can
antagonize other visitors. Do not damage vegetation or any
fencepost, gate or signpost in the park. Be aware that plant
damage can be irreplaceable resulting in loss of feeding and
breeding grounds. Do not remove flora and fauna. Removal of
these seriously disrupts the ecosystem and is illegal. Do not
buy animal products as souvenirs as this encourages further
plundering of these species. Always remain inside your
accommodation at night. Be aware that the animals are wild and
can be dangerous. Do not remain in the parks or reserves between
7 pm & 7 am unless accommodation is provided. Do not discard any
foodstuff or litter the land and water bodies. Do not hand-feed
fish and animals. Do not feed, touch or handle birds and
animals; do not approach or photograph them in ways that may
cause them to alter their behaviour. Take special care when
animals are breeding or moulting Jungle Rules – General Do’s and
Don’ts. Total silence and discipline is required to spot wild
animals. Small groups are preferred. Early mornings and late
afternoons are the ideal time to visit forests. Travelling alone
is prohibited especially in the Elephant Reserves. Do not wear
colourful clothes or perfumes. Khakis, browns and greens are
best suited. Always carry drinking water, tea/coffee, snacks
etc. Seek the assistance of a forest guard while going into the
forests Do not disturb or tease animals Trekkers are advised to
use jungle boots to ensure safety Carry a first aid kit with
medicines for common ailments Avoid smoking Radios and tape
recorders are to be avoided Do not litter the surroundings.
Respect animals and their habits. Do not remove anything from
the Sanctuary Carry a note pad, flash light, road maps, bus,
train and airline time-tables Do not try to explore unfamiliar
things Be careful during boat rides. Don’t do anything that will
rock the boat or endanger lives Do not expect to see animals all
the time. Be patient
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