Mumbai CEO flags India airport entry hassles, sparks debate over immigration, customs: 'Forget tourism’
CEO Viraj Sheth's post on India's airport arrival process has sparked a debate online, with travellers divided over immigration queues, customs checks and arrival forms. The post has crossed 286,000 views.
Mumbai CEO Viraj Sheth of Monk Entertainment has lambasted the airport arrival process in India, citing lengthy forms, immigration and customs lines as frustrating for travelers. His post on X, published on October 6, garnered significant attention with 286,000 views sparking a debate about the efficiency of India's entry procedures.
Sheth's comments suggested that the multiple forms, including arrival and self-declaration forms, and prolonged queues for immigration and customs could deter regular citizens from entering the country. However, responses to his post varied, with some users disputing the notion of long delays, citing experiences of swift entry in India.
Others highlighted the availability of digital options, such as pre-filing immigration forms online and smart gates, which they believed could streamline the process. Despite these counterarguments, some users expressed concerns about post-immigration challenges, including interactions with unauthorized transport vendors and the perceived hostile attitudes of officials upon arrival.
These comments underscored broader discontent with various aspects of the entry experience, suggesting that while formal immigration procedures may be manageable, the overall experience for travelers remains fraught with inconveniences and stress.
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