India

Telephony . Getting Wired . Voltage/Outlets . Related Links . About India . Before you go

Telephony

• Using your US cell phone
• Alternatives
• Landlines

Getting Wired

• Internet Connections
  **Dialup
  **Broadband
  **Landline
• Accessing MIT
• Connectivity at Hotels
• Search for internet cafes by city and country

Voltage/Outlets

• Standard Voltage - 220V
• Outlets vary (mostly 3 point outlets)
• Need a multiplug adapter
• Surge Protector Recommended
• Power outage common. Remember to save work constantly
• Highend establishments have backup generators and provide 24 hour electricity.

Related Links

• MIT Faculty and Staff With Research Interest in India
• Global Initiatives in India
• MISTI site
• MIT Medical Travel Site
• MIT Travel Office
• MIT Insurance Office
• Indian Consulate in New York
• Currency Conversion - Dollar to Indian Rupee
• Weather, New Delhi,India

India Related Videos, Blogs and Websites

• MIT World Videos
• Blogs
  **Next Lab Student Travels to Jhansi

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|F|M|F|1253716009631|          |ranjani@mit.edu|Buy a multiplug adapter|
|F|M|F|1253716022316|          |ranjani@mit.edu|Check Visa Information|
|F|M|F|1253716153061|          |ranjani@mit.edu|Get Travel Medical Information|
|F|M|F|1253716170690|          |ranjani@mit.edu|Check State Department Security Alerts for the Country|