India's travel industry braces for hit from Modi's appeal to avoid foreign trips
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Summary
The travel pullback is unfolding against a backdrop of rising global inflation, with crude oil trading above $100 a barrel after Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz choked off a fifth of global supply of oil and liquefied natural gas
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source BusinessLine - Economy
Published Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right