Airlines, hotels unsure of gains despite lifting of visa curbs

NEW DELHI: Airlines and hospitality firms are hopeful but not sure that the government’s decision to allow foreigners to come into the country for all purposes other than tourism will boost their businesses.

“It is a welcome step indeed, especially for PIO/OCI travelling to India for holidays/festivals but will have to see, if this produces a significant uptick in demand,” said an executive of an airline operating in the international sector.