: While sex work itself is not strictly illegal for consenting adults in India, soliciting in public and operating brothels within 200 meters of public places is prohibited under the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act.
Ganga Jamuna , one of India's oldest red-light districts with a history spanning over 200 years, has recently been the site of significant legal and social upheaval. As of late 2025, the area remains under intense surveillance and subject to frequent police operations aimed at curbing illegal activities such as human trafficking and the operation of brothels. : While sex work itself is not strictly
: The area’s history is tied to the Bhosale kings of Nagpur, who reportedly facilitated the settlement to serve the needs of their army during long periods away from their families. : The area’s history is tied to the