I was recently chatting with my friend and they mentioned that they wanted to go to India for their holiday. We got talking about the things they would need to take with them and the conversation, of course, turned to packing. Suddenly I found myself asking, ‘Can I bring a dildo to India?’ I was taken aback at my own foolishness!
My friend started giggling but managed to compose themselves before they asked, ‘Why? What do you want to do with it?’ I laughed nervously and explained that I had always wanted to explore India’s sexual culture and that it seemed like the perfect opportunity. Needless to say, they were not convinced.
I tried to explain to them that I had done some research and found out that it’s actually somewhat common for couples to use sex toys in India, even if it is not spoken about. They eventually softened to the idea and asked if I knew it to be legal or not.
Well, that answer wasn’t as easy as I thought it would be. It seemed as if nobody really knows and opinions varied amongst locals. One thing I did find out, however, is that it is illegal to produce, distribute, advertise and sell sex toys in India, and that violation of these laws comes with legal ramifications. So, the big question remained, is it legal to bring a dildo to India?
Obviously, I wasn’t so keen on suffering that kind of legal repercussions, so I decided to dig a bit deeper. After all, I wanted to be sure before I made up my mind. Through more research, I discovered that customs officers have the right to search and confiscate whatever they deem indecent, immoral or obscene. Unfortunately, my dildo risked being classified as obscene, and even if it somehow managed to evade the attention of the customs officers carrying or using it would have been a whole other ball-game.
Ultimately, I decided to err on the side of caution and not risk it. I found out that India has plenty of incredible sexual products I could experience without risking such legal hiccups. I could bring things like edible body paints, oils, flavored condoms, playful jewelry, playful cards, and an array of other available products out there which could satisfy my desire to explore India’s sexual landscape.
There was one dilemma, though. With all these new products, I had to exercise caution to ensure that what I purchased was safe and high quality. I spent days researching and reading reviews to make sure I was getting reliable and vibrators dependable products. My friend also gave me a few pointers as to where I could find good stores in India to buy these kinds of products.
Finally, I had to come to terms with the fact that bringing a dildo to India from my home was simply not practical. And after doing more research, I was quite content with the exhaustive list of sex products I could buy in India and experience the local sexual culture. Now, with more knowledge and understanding, I am more than ready to enjoy my exploration of sex in India, where to shop for the products, and all the deliciously naughty fun that comes with it!