A foreign tourist in India has gone viral after showcasing his sharp bargaining skills in a street market.The video was originally shared on Instagram by the account @nativety, and shows the tourist negotiating the price of a silk tote bag from Rs 550 down to just Rs 50.In the video, the tourist is first seen buying a packet of chips for Rs 20. Moments later, he spots a nearby street vendor selling silk tote bags and asks for the price. The vendor initially quotes Rs 550. When the tourist asks for an honest price, the vendor revises it to Rs 500.The tourist refuses to buy the bag. When the shopkeeper asks how much he is willing to pay, the tourist does not respond and simply walks away. The shopkeeper tries to stop him and lowers the price to Rs 200, but the tourist still refuses, saying the price is too high.After much negotiation, the vendor finally agrees to sell the bag for Rs 50. It has garnered over 63 million views and 2 million likes. The video has sparked a major online debate over ethics, with many people supporting the street vendor, saying he is simply trying to earn his daily living.One user commented, “I wouldn’t call this a scam. I am sure you will buy the same tote in America for a much higher price and then pay a tip on it too.”Another wrote, “For you, it might be a $1 discount. For them, it’s the difference between a meal, school supplies, or part of their rent. If you cannot afford to pay the price of their labour, time and work, then you shouldn’t be shopping for a bag.”
