Chad
Strategic Gateway & Development Partner
- Band cut
- ≥ 0
- Countries in band
- 7
The seven measures behind Chad's 38
Each is scored 0–100, where higher is always better. Open a row to read the analysis behind its number.
| Measure | Score | Position on 0–100 |
|---|---|---|
| 45 | ||
| 75 | ||
| 48 | ||
| 12 | ||
| 1 | ||
| 75 | ||
| 12 |
Bonus considerations — useful, but they do not affect the score
These two are worked out for every country as context for a trip. They are not part of the 38 above, and nothing here can move it in either direction.
Higher means cheaper for an Indian traveller.
Higher means easier to eat vegetarian.
Why Chad?
The standing assessment behind the public sentiment reading of 75, rewritten at each refresh.
India-Chad relations continue to be characterized by a largely positive and stable sentiment, driven by consistent diplomatic engagement, economic cooperation, and development partnerships. Diplomatic and official rhetoric from Chad consistently highlights a welcoming stance towards India. The Chadian Ambassador to India, Ildjima Badda Mallot, has repeatedly underscored Chad's openness to Indian investment in key sectors like pharmaceuticals and education, explicitly positioning Chad as a strategic gateway for Indian enterprises in Africa, as recently reported in April 2026. Official Indian Ministry of External Affairs briefs, updated in April 2026, corroborate this by stating that bilateral relations remain cordial and that India enjoys 'great goodwill and admiration' in Chad, with high-level interactions and cooperation picking up significantly since 2011. Further demonstrating the deepening ties, discussions in October 2025 focused on strengthening military cooperation, including training, capacity building, and defense equipment supply, with Chadian armed forces now participating in training programs in India. The establishment of an AYUSH Centre in Chad, announced in August 2025, also signifies a growing soft power engagement. These consistent positive diplomatic exchanges and aid efforts reinforce the robust foundation of friendship and cooperation, aligning with the historical perception of India as a 'trusted friend'.
Reasons to visit
For the intrepid Indian explorer, Chad presents an extraordinary frontier where untouched wilderness and ancient cultures converge. It's a destination defined by its low popularity, ensuring an experience that is truly off-the-beaten-path and deeply authentic. While it demands careful planning and guided travel due to a generally moderate safety score (requiring awareness of regional complexities), the rewards are immense for those prepared for an adventure. You'll encounter a level of hospitality and warmth from locals that can be profoundly moving, contributing to a surprisingly high personal friendliness index once connections are made. Imagine traversing vast desertscapes, encountering resilient wildlife in remarkable conservation success stories, and discovering landscapes sculpted by time itself – all without the crowds. Chad is not for the faint of heart, but for those who yearn for discovery, cultural immersion beyond the superficial, and the thrill of a truly unique journey, it promises an unforgettable chapter in their travelogue.
Where Indian travellers go
- 1Zakouma National Park
- 2Ennedi Plateau
- 3N'Djamena
Worth knowing
- Chad is home to Lake Chad, historically one of Africa's largest freshwater lakes, which has dramatically shrunk in size over the past few decades due to climate change and human activity.
- The fossils of *Sahelanthropus tchadensis*, one of the oldest known hominids (dated 6-7 million years old), were discovered in Chad, suggesting a critical role in early human evolution.
- The Ennedi Massif in eastern Chad is a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its dramatic sandstone formations, natural arches, and thousands of ancient rock art paintings and carvings.
In the record
- Band
- Watchlist / Caution
- Trade rank
- 141
- Trade volume
- $0.1B
- Share of India’s trade
- 0.01%
- GDP
- $21.5B