Time to clear bills and take inventory of cutlery
The latest G20 Summit, hosted by India ended on a cheerful note. Apparently, most delegates and dignitaries enjoyed the Indian hospitality, especially the colorful ambiance and brilliant food. It was perhaps for the first time ever that a host country added so much festivities to a G20 summit. The city was virtually shut down to control traffic, minimize air pollution, and allow safe passage for the delegates. Overall, the theme appeared similar to the famous three-day-long fat Indian wedding. The guests were welcomed in the same manner as a traditional Indian household would welcome a bridegroom’s family. They participated in a variety of events, unrelated to the G20 geo-economic agenda. The main venue of the summit (Bharat Mandapam) was decorated like a grand marriage pandal with colorful lighting, décor, traditional dancers, and all welcoming staff dressed in fine attires. The bride’s family displayed its finery (UPI, rich culinary traditions, classical architecture, colorful ...