India Coronavirus Dispatch: Tour operators seek relief at India Gate rally

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Hundreds of tour operators organised a rally in Delhi’s India Gate on the occasion of World Tourism Day, seeking relief from authorities to tide over the crisis. The sector has been dealt a blow by the pandemic. Adding to their woes, they allege that money paid to airlines and the railways is stuck and they have not received refunds. Many among them have even had to sell their assets to pay salaries to staff. Members of registered associations of tour operators have met with ministry officials to put forth their demands. Despite the government re-opening of tourist spots such as