Considering Moving to Delhi?

India is a fast-developing country and to most newcomers, New Delhi presents a startling blend of dizzying modernity and bewildering traditions. Our Relocation Guide provides a comprehensive collection of information and insights into living in Delhi for newcomers.

A newcomer to Delhi is confronted with a bewildering duality. Decrepit rickshaws sputter alongside luxury sedans. Affluent neighborhoods are interspersed with the impoverished Delhi slums. The narrow, chaotic lanes of Old Delhi, contrast with the majestic tree-lined avenues of New Delhi. International-style shopping malls mushroom over the chaos of its local bazaars. Swanky apartments overlook run-down buildings. Planned development and the spontaneous flourish in the same microcosm. A city ablaze with construction activity and urbanization is also one of the greenest cities in the world!

Such extreme contrasts are perhaps a manifestation of Delhi’s unique ability to attract, accommodate and assimilate diversity and enrich its many layers of experience. Delhi delicately straddles the historic and the modern with an intricate weave of heritage, culture, politics, business, food and mindsets.

Strategically located between the Aravali Hills and Yamuna River, the site of Delhi has been home to myriad kingdoms, dynasties and empires, for over 3000 years. It is no surprise that the city continues to attract and welcome people from across India and around the world. Its 18 million- and growing population is a vibrant mix of old Dilliwala’s, refugees from Pakistan post partition, migrant workers from the country side, corporate executives and professionals from all major cities, civic servants, politicians, reverse diaspora, diplomats, international assignees working with innumerable international NGO’s and multinational corporations.

While the satellite towns of Noida and Gurgaon have accommodated much of the city’s burgeoning population in recent years, many expats still choose to live in the city of Delhi.

Here’s why :

• Superior infrastructure and better civic amenities.
• Parks, green spaces and better quality of air.
• Better security and public administration.
• Wider range of housing options set to international standards.
• Greater accessibility to art, theatre and cultural activities.
• Broad range of good quality Indian and international schools and educational institutions.
• Proximity to central government offices and diplomatic missions.

The guide serves as an invaluable resource of information for orientation and settling in for newcomers to Delhi.

“New to New Delhi” is divided into three segments:

1. Orientation: A basic initiation into Delhi’s history, cultural heritage, climate, people and mindsets.
2. Home Search: Finding suitable accommodation is the first priority of relocation. We have listed the challenges of finding a home in Delhi and offer insights into the real estate market and recommended suitable locations.
3. Settling In: We have provided information and advice on utility connections, furniture purchase, appliance rentals, house help, transportation, health care, security issues, school, shopping and wellness.

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You may also find this article by an Expat Mom extremely useful. The author answers important questions about moving to Delhi with your family.