UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand issue travel alerts

New Delhi, Sep 20 (PTI) The UK, Canada, Australia and New
Zealand have issued travel advisories to its citizens warning
them against a high risk of terror attack ahead of the
Commonwealth Games in India next month.
The advisories come in view of the shooting incident near
Jama Masjid involving two foreigners on Sunday.
"There is a high threat from terrorism throughout India.
Terrorists have targeted places in the past which westerners
are known to visit including public places such as
restaurants, hotels, railway stations, markets and places of
worship. Two Taiwanese tourists were injured in a shooting
incident near the Jama Masjid mosque in New Delhi on 19
September," the UK advisory said.
In its latest travel advisory, Australia's Department of
Foreign Affairs said, "Australians in New Delhi should be
aware that the Commonwealth Games will be held in a security
environment where there is a high risk of terrorism."
"Pay close attention to your personal security at all
times and monitor the media for information about possible new
safety or security risks. Terrorist attacks could occur at any
time anywhere in India with little or no warning.
"We continue to receive reports that terrorists plan to
attack public places, including hotels and tourist locations,
in New Delhi, Mumbai and other major cities. Terrorists may
also be planning attacks against Indian political and security
interests," the advisory stated.
Australia's Sports Minister Mark Arbib also urged the
athletes to exercise "extreme caution" during the Games.
"The government travel advice urges Australians to
"exercise a high degree of caution in India, including in New
Delhi. We continue to receive reports of possible terrorist
attacks in New Delhi, Mumbai and other cities."
"While there is a continuing threat of terrorist attacks
throughout India at all times, credible and specific reporting
indicates that a terrorist attack could be carried out in
areas of Delhi frequented by foreigners, such as markets.
This level of threat could increase as the Commonwealth
Games approach. Canadians are urged to exercise a high degree
of caution, monitor their surroundings and maintain a low
profile," the Canadian travel advisory said.
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key said the situation is
being monitored but the country remains committed to
participating in the Games.
"We are providing the best advice we can to the New
Zealand Olympic Committee who have to make that decision by
September 24 whether to travel to Delhi or not," Key told
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