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Tharoor says India is costlier than Thailand for tourists
NDTV Profit··11 Jun
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said it is ironic that Thailand is cheaper for tourists than India despite having higher per capita income. He noted that India recorded 9.95 million foreign tourist arrivals in 2024, compared with more than 35.5 million international visitors to Thailand.
Prism
What It Means For You
- India's tourism gap is not only about heritage or attractions; affordability, cleanliness and ease of travel shape visitor decisions.
- Lower hotel costs and smoother rules could help domestic travellers as well as foreign tourists.
- Private tour operators may market destinations better when government handles basics like infrastructure, sanitation and safety.
What's Happening
- Shashi Tharoor compared India's 9.95 million foreign tourist arrivals with Thailand's 35.5 million in 2024.
- He said Thailand is cheaper for tourists despite higher per capita income.
- He called for policy, infrastructure and regulatory reforms to make India more competitive.
Tourism Competitiveness
- Tourism depends on price, connectivity, safety, visa ease, hygiene and marketing, not just natural or cultural assets.
- Hotel construction rules can affect room supply and pricing in high-demand locations.
- Thailand's tourism success shows the value of integrated hospitality, transport and private-sector promotion.
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