Indian CEOs Raise Alarm Over London Street Crime

During trade talks in New Delhi, Indian business leaders expressed concerns to UK's Shadow Foreign Secretary about the surge in muggings and luxury watch thefts in London.

Indian business leaders met with British Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy in New Delhi, discussing the alarming rise in street crime in London, particularly the theft of luxury watches.
Street crime in London, including 'theft from a person', surged by 27% last year, with Westminster, including Mayfair, experiencing a 40% increase in thefts.
Metropolitan Police conducted undercover operations in key areas like Soho, Mayfair, and Kensington, leading to a reduction in watch robberies and over 20 convictions.
Indian CEOs are concerned about the lack of police response to muggings, citing safety concerns and comparing the situation unfavorably to Delhi.
The issue of rising street crime in London has become a significant concern in post-Brexit trade deal discussions between India and the UK.