Gangtok has been recognized as the 5th safest city for women in India in the NARI 2025 report by the National Commission for Women (NCW). The city scored an impressive 70.4%, surpassing the national safety benchmark of 65%. The report, based on a survey of 12,770 women across 31 cities, evaluated various factors like infrastructure, workplace security, trust in authorities, and night-time safety.
Key Highlights of NARI 2025 Report
Gangtok’s Safety Score
Gangtok secured a remarkable safety score of 70.4%, outperforming the national benchmark of 65%. The assessment criteria included:
- 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 gathered 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:
- Kohima (Nagaland)
- Aizawl (Mizoram)
- Gangtok (Sikkim)
This dominance 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, along with close-knit communities and proactive policing, are considered contributing factors to the region’s impressive performance.
Pan-India Comparison
Besides the Northeast, the rankings featured two non-Northeastern cities in the top five:
- Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh)
- Bhubaneswar (Odisha)
These cities excelled in public transport safety, grievance redressal mechanisms, and workplace protection for women.
Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams
- 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)
