Visitors should be aware that Maoists are very active in Jharkhand. They have frequently blown up railway lines, attacked stations and set land mines. Foreigners have not been targeted in the campaign, though, of course, it is possible to be caught in the violence due to being in the wrong place at the wrong time, so vigilance is required while visiting the state.
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Hindi is widely understood throughout the state. Different Adivasi langauages are spoken in different areas. Bengali is spoken in the eastern parts of the state. Oriya is also widely understood and spoken in Rajkharswan and Sariekela southern region. English is understood in the main cities.Nagpuria & Bhojpuri are the other dialects widely spoken and understood.