Overview

• 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.