A disturbing video has emerged from the recent Chennai flood, depicting hotel staff forcibly dragging a foreigner to his car. The footage has triggered widespread outrage, shedding light on the alleged mistreatment of the individual during a challenging time. As the incident sparks public condemnation, questions arise about the ethics and compassion exhibited by those tasked with ensuring safety and assistance in times of natural calamities such as Chennai flood.
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The recent incident at a Chennai hotel has sparked a debate on the extent of Indian hospitality. While some consider the five-star treatment a testament to exceptional service, others question the optics of floating a white guest on a raft. Seemingly given preferential treatment during a flood. The contrasting perspectives raise concerns about equality in service and whether such actions inadvertently perpetuate stereotypes. As discussions unfold, the incident prompts reflection on the fine line. Between personalised service and unintentional bias in the hospitality industry.
The page what.now.media posted the video with a caption.
“Is it possible for Indian hospitality to go too far? This guest at a Chennai hotel got the five-star treatment. Being floated and dragged to his car on an adorable little raft by hotel staff. Even though the water was only ankle high. Is this just brilliant service that shows the customer is always right. Or is the image of a white man being carried about while everyone else suffers a little too reminiscent of something?”
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Cyclone Michaung Brought Chaos to Chennai
Heavy rain and flooding disrupted life in Chennai as Cyclone Michaung approached, affecting the city of 12 million. The severe cyclonic storm led to waterlogged streets, with nearly an inch of rain hitting parts of Chennai and nearby districts. Chennai’s airport suspended operations due to submerged runways and strong winds, leading to the cancellation and diversion of flights. Videos showed airport ground crew wading through knee-deep water to check parked aircraft. Floodwaters swept away cars, causing cancellations of at least six trains.
Ahead of Michaung’s expected Tuesday landfall, state authorities issued alerts, closing schools and colleges and urging employees to work from home. Authorities initiated evacuations, relocating over 7,000 people from coastal districts.. The cyclone, categorized as a “severe cyclonic storm,” moved north-northwest at 9 mph, with a forecasted landfall in Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday. Sustained winds of up to 62 mph and gusts near 70 mph were anticipated. The Bay of Bengal’s warm waters have historically fueled deadly cyclones, causing significant destruction in India and Bangladesh. Scientists attribute the increased cyclone frequency and intensity in the Bay of Bengal to global warming, emphasizing the link between warm ocean waters and tropical cyclone formation.
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