Published 16:52 IST, December 31st 2023
Outrage over Rs 500 ‘Rajma Chawal’ and Coke at airport leaves travelers fuming - Read more
Complaining about being charged Rs.500 for a simple dish of Rajma Chawal with a Coke, he questioned whether such pricing amounted to "daylight robbery."
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In a recent social media post, a disgruntled traveler, Sanjay, expressed his outrage over exorbitant prices of airport food. Complaining about being charged Rs.500 for a simple dish of Rajma Chawal with a Coke, he questioned wher such pricing amounted to "daylight robbery."
As post gained traction, netizens chimed in, attributing steep costs to various factors, including security fees imposed by Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). incident has sparked a broer conversation about pricing dynamics at airports and impact on air travelers.
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Sanjay's complaint sheds light on frustration of air travelers who feel y are being overcharged for basic meals at airports. His post suggests that convenience of having a meal at airport should not come at cost of what he perceives as excessive pricing.
One netizen suggested that part of reason for high prices at airports is fee charged by Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) for securing airports. This raises concerns about pass-through effect of security fees on consumers, leing to a debate on wher security costs should be factored into pricing of airport services.
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Sanjay's experience is not unique, as many travelers have expressed similar grievances about escalating prices of food and beverages within airport premises. question arises: Are se prices justified, or is re a need for greater transparency in pricing mechanisms?
Exploring broer context, it's essential to examine practices and regulations governing airport pricing. Are re guidelines in place to ensure fair pricing for consumers? How do airport authorities strike a balance between profitability and providing reasonable options for travelers?
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Sanjay's complaint about a Rs 500 'Rajma Chawal' and Coke has ignited a larger conversation about pricing dynamics at airports. While convenience is valued, travelers are increasingly questioning wher y are being subjected to unfair pricing practices.
16:52 IST, December 31st 2023