Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Economic Times
The Economic Times
Trending Desk

Thailand attracts far more tourists than India despite a higher per capita income. Shashi Tharoor explains why

Shashi Tharoor has called for policy changes, infrastructure upgrades and greater private sector involvement to strengthen India's tourism sector, arguing that government officials are often not the most effective promoters of the country as a travel destination.

Speaking during a fireside chat with members of the Indian diaspora in Thailand, Tharoor responded to a question on whether India should do more to make tourism easier and more appealing, particularly in comparison with Thailand.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.