tourists in India
by deb on Jun 30, 2006 10:26 AM Permalink
To balance the profit level by increasing the entry fee for foreigners is not the right process. It is an easy to implement way, like reserving seats for OBC. Foreigners are not attacted to India, mainly because its lack of infrastructure, communication problem, chaotic system, hassles in almost everywhere. There are so many attractive places, with so many varieties, but bad system discourage people to come to India, specially those who wants to tour safely and smoothly.
RE:10 thing I hate
by Brinda on Jul 13, 2006 09:38 PM Permalink
I have thought about this rate difference being applied to foriegn tourists too and have also heard the anguish of our foriegn guests several times. Similarly, I have not seen this rate discrimination in Europe. There is some merit however in the argument that the Government is hard pressed in not raising the rates for the common man and instead has to burden those who can pay. This price discrimination is something we see too often in business (especially online transactions, though in different ways). There is a solution though. The Government has to ensure that foriegn tourists at least get their money\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s worth. There could be value added services which are bundled with the ticket for the foriegn tourist. Some examples are - a free guide with the ticket/ a free audio guide system, mementos, photographs, discounted tickets for other locations..the choice is limited only by the creativity and the desire of the Government to make the foriegn guest happy, while loosening his purse.
RE:10 thing I hate
by Naveen sunkada on Aug 23, 2006 10:17 PM Permalink
Its fun to read some of the explanations given by chaps to cover up crap in India. In reality, its these guys who support cowardice. Those who believe india is the best should stay in India since our politicians cannot survive without these guys.
RE:10 thing I hate
by Usher on Jul 08, 2006 09:15 AM Permalink
I simply believe that every person have the right to place their opinion on any issue(India being democratic). So I respect the author's comments which comes as no surprise to any Indian.The one's really concerned about the issue must stop commenting and take initiative to rectify certain mistakes that we have been making. No point blaming someone else. We are the citizens of this great nation, we know there are flaws, so lets do our best to rectify them to some extent within our capacity.
Earlier comment style from Mr.NRI simply shows what a bad representation he is for our country. I too am a non-resident but truly Indian. I take a sense of responsibility over the issues and am already working on measures to improve the scene within my capacity.
RE:10 thing I hate
by Ashwani on Jun 27, 2006 07:30 PM Permalink
Why english r charged more? - We r just trying to bring back some percentage of gold stolen by english during the 200 yrs of gora raj... Kudos to Indian govt. for this wonderful act...
RE:10 thing I hate
by satya on Jul 03, 2006 12:24 PM Permalink
The write should visit nearby Thailand where the ticket is priced at almost 10 times for the foreigners. I don't see any wrong in charging a premium to foreigners which is minuscle.
RE:10 thing I hate
by Ab on Jul 03, 2006 12:15 PM Permalink
I completly agree to Mahanty, the reason is clearly the fact that these monuments require high maintanace and fees are comparable to about a few hundred rupees for entry. Are the Indians ready to pay that 500-600 INR for entries??.. Do you want to deprive indians themselves the entry to their own historical monuments
