Gangtok Ranked 5th Safest City for Women in India

Gangtok has been ranked the 5th safest city for women in India according to the NARI 2025 report by the National Commission for Women (NCW), scoring 70.4%—above the national safety benchmark of 65%. The report, based on a survey of 12,770 women across 31 cities, assessed factors like infrastructure, workplace security, trust in authorities, and night-time safety.

Key Highlights of NARI 2025 Report

Gangtok’s Safety Score

Gangtok secured an impressive safety score of 70.4%, compared to the national benchmark of 65%, making it a standout performer among Indian cities. The index evaluated cities based on parameters including,

• Public infrastructure and mobility
• Incidence and reporting of harassment
• Workplace safety
• Trust in law enforcement and authorities
• Day versus night-time safety perception
• Survey Reach and Methodology

The NARI 2025 index is based on feedback from 12,770 women respondents across 31 major cities, making it one of the most comprehensive reports on urban women’s safety in India.

Northeast India’s Strong Presence

Top Performers in the Region

The Northeast region dominated the top five rankings in the safety index,

• 1st – Kohima (Nagaland)
• 4th – Aizawl (Mizoram)
• 5th – Gangtok (Sikkim)

This reflects the region’s high levels of community vigilance, gender inclusivity, and low crime rates, particularly in urban centers.

Positive Safety Culture

Cultural attitudes towards women, combined with tight-knit communities and proactive policing, are seen as contributing factors in the region’s strong performance.

Pan-India Comparison

Beyond the Northeast, the rankings saw two non-Northeastern cities making it to the top five,

• 2nd – Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh)
• 3rd – Bhubaneswar (Odisha)

These cities scored well in public transport safety, grievance redressal mechanisms, and workplace protection for women.

Key facts for exam

• Report: National Annual Report and Index on Women’s Safety (NARI) 2025
• Authority: National Commission for Women (NCW)
• Gangtok ranking: 5th place with 70.4% safety score
• Survey scope: 12,770 women across 31 cities
• Top cities: Kohima (1st), Visakhapatnam (2nd), Bhubaneswar (3rd), Aizawl (4th), Gangtok (5th)