Driver Quote by Narendra Modi
“Tourism provides employment to the poorest of the poor. Gram seller earns something, auto-rickshaw driver earns something, pakoda seller earns something, and tea seller also earns something.”
About This Quote
Tourism creates jobs for the very poorest by providing income opportunities across many small‑scale vendors.
In simple terms: Tourism gives work to the poorest people.
Key Takeaway
Support local tourism to lift communities.
Themes
employment
poverty reduction
local economies
Mood
hopeful
pragmatic
Type
social
economic
When to use this quote
- rural markets
- street vendors
- transport services
- hospitality
- community development
Key Concepts
informal sector
micro‑entrepreneurship
economic inclusion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can tourism be made more sustainable for low‑income workers?
- What policies protect seasonal workers?
A Different Perspective
Benefits may be uneven and seasonal, leaving workers vulnerable.
