~ Dress like a man, wear big shirts that cover your arms. baggy jeans, hat, dark sunglasses, handkerchief.
~ Try to look ugly.
~ Carry a book, and put it up in front of you
~ Look for families to latch-on-to
~ Never get angry, try to make peace with a sense of humor.
~ Taxi drivers are biggest risk in India. Avoid young 'cool' drivers. Look for a driver who is over 40+
~ Take 3AC,2AC and better class trains avoid regular 2nd sleeper class.
~ Try not to get paranoid. India has a way of doing that to you anyways.
~ Don't mind if people stare at you this is a normal activity in India.
~ Carry a cell phone with you. If someone is bothering you or pushing you into a situation, threaten to report them to the tourist police! Dial 100 for emergency, 102 for ambulance
~ Always keep in control the situation. If things are getting out of hand do not wait. Just leave (get away) from the situation. Do not hesitate to ask a pass byers for help. India you are never alone.