US issues advisory for citizens travelling to South Asian countries

The US has advised its citizens to be cautious of travelling to South Asian countries, including Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.

“The US government assesses terrorist groups in South Asia may be planning attacks in the region, possibly against US facilities, citizens, and interests,” the State Department said as part of its 'Worldwide Caution' issued on Monday.

“Terrorists have hit a wide variety of targets and institutions in Bangladesh,” it continued, leaving in place the ' Bangladesh Travel Warning ' it issued in January.

The assessment also specifically cautioned travel to Afghanistan, Pakistan and India.

“US citizens should avoid travel to Afghanistan, as no region in the country is immune from violence. A number of established terrorist organizations, indigenous sectarian groups, and other militants pose a danger to US citizens in Pakistan. Extremist elements are also active in India, as outlined in a recent emergency message,” it said.

Travel warnings to Afghanistan and Pakistan are also in effect.