Harsh Goenka backs civic sense debate after Indian tourists’ Germany bus video: ‘We must respect local etiquette’
A video of Indian tourists singing and clapping loudly on a crowded public bus in Germany has sparked an online debate over civic sense and public behaviour. Industrialist Harsh Goenka weighed in, urging travellers to respect local etiquette.
Indian industrialist Harsh Goenka has reignited a debate following the viral video of Gujarati tourists singing loudly on a crowded public bus in Germany. Goenka, while acknowledging the group's enthusiasm, emphasized that Indian travelers abroad should also respect local etiquette. He stated, "Again, a group of Gujaratis singing loudly on a public bus in Germany has sparked a debate.
I love the Gujarati joie de vivre, but abroad we are ambassadors of India. We must respect local etiquette and fellow passengers or risk making Indian tourists unwelcome." The video showed tourists singing and clapping in the aisle of the bus, causing other passengers to remain seated and appear disappointed. Goenka's comments added another layer to the discussion about the impact tourists can have on the perception of their country among fellow travelers.
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