FEATURE: 'Guest is God' is new motto to boost tourism in India

February 16, 2006

A surprise awaits foreign tourists planning to visit India as the government gears up to welcome them as guests and send them home as friends. Based on the age-old Indian philosophy ''Atithi Devo Bhavah'' or ''Guest is God,'' the Tourism Ministry has initiated a new campaign to improve the touristic experience for travelers.