The Indian Penal Code prohibits public kissing in the country. The officer can present that you violated Section 294 of the Indian Penal Code. The code targets obscene acts in public. When you are guilty of violating the law, you can be subject to three months imprisonment.

Can couples hold hands in India?

Kissing and embracing are regarded in India as part of sex: do not do them in public. It is not even a good idea for couples to hold hands, the ADB advisory read. Women are expected to dress modestly, with legs and shoulders covered. Trousers are acceptable, but shorts and short skirts are offensive to many.