yes since there are conflicting information...the other day some suggested that i should wait till i receive the packet3 in hand. turns out it was sent to my home in india but no one was home and then never tried to redeliver it
nonetheless, i got a new email re-confirming that it is ok to download packet 3 from mumbai consulate site
"MUMBAI, I V" to me
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Yes we have received your case. Our records indicate that we have not yet received your response to the instruction package (Packet 3) that we sent you on 01 June 2007. You will not be eligible to be scheduled for an interview until you complete and return the necessary documents. You may obtain a duplicate instruction package (Packet 3) at
http://mumbai.usconsulate.gov/ivforms.html, if you wish.
We hope this information is useful to you. However, please contact us if you require any clarification.
Sincerely,
Visa Information Unit
U. S. Consulate
Mumbai, India