I just got a project - building in Mumbai. A few issues came up with the contractors, so now I have to go there myself. I really don’t want to fly to India, especially for two weeks. I know it can be pretty dirty and not very safe. My boss is pushing me hard. I don’t want to risk my job, but I also don’t want to get sick while I’m there.
What would you do if you were me?

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  • Naveen Boss

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    Best answer

    Look, I totally get the hesitation. It’s a massive culture shock, and when you’re already stressed about work, the last thing you want is to feel... vulnerable or unwell in a foreign city.
    If I were in your shoes, I’d treat this as a "professional compromise." Tell your boss you’re willing to step up, but request a safety and health budget to make it viable. This means staying at a high-end spot like the Taj Mahal Palace or the Trident BKC where hygiene standards are world-class.
    Stick to a simple rule:If you can't peel it or boil it, don't eat it. Drink only sealed bottled water, even for brushing your teeth, and use Uber Intercity or a private hotel car so you aren't navigating the chaos of public transport alone.
    Think of it as a one-week surgical strike to fix the project. You’ll protect your job, show your boss you're a closer, and stay healthy by staying in a high-end bubble. Get in touch with local guy who is professtional ,from your boss reference.
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  • Get connected with someone you know there to help you

  • I used to live in Mumbai. You need to have your shots. Diptheria, Tetnas, Malaria pills (best if you can get a shot) and hepatitis. It's a terrible... place, but very safe. I;m sure your boss will take care and get you good living arrangements and a driver. It;s definetly a culture shot, but it's a great humbling experience. Remember, they are like 100 years behind in some villages, but you'll be in the city. Don't eat the street food or drink the water. Makr sure to take your comfort foods because you'll get sick of eating their spicy foods for breakfast. I normally take tuna, crackers, chips, cookies, candy, pkg grits and oatmeal, beef jerkys and things like that. Take a couple of face towels and diaper wipes to keep on you. You will survive! I just came back in August.  more

  • Donald
    I went to school in Bombay, now called Mumbai, and still have relatives there.
    This major metropolis and Indias's financial capital is my... favorite. We have crime in Chicago but, if you avoid those few neighborhoods, you will be fine. Language is not a problem. The only precaution I would suggest is avoid tap water or things washed in tap water. Cooked food is safe. You can get sick here also. Medical facilities in India are world class and a lot of Americans go there for medical tourism.
    Get out of your little cocoon and see the world. You will be glad you did.
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  • Safe your life money come and go.

  • Face it but take. Safe precautions

  • If you are white, just hang around the 5 start hotel, eat American food, and don't mix in with the public. You should be fine. If your company is not... giving you good accommodation, pay the rest, its worth. Also don't trust the folks in the office, look at the numbers only. more

  • Just do it

  • Good morning depending on where you are listening to me I want to say if you're willing to pay me I can solve the problem you're having the right now... the issue on that building I can solve it but you have to pay me more

  • Do you have a funeral policy?

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  • May i know, have you ever came to INDIA before ? Do you have a previous experience in INDIA ? Dirt and safety concerns are factors applicable in... every country. You can give advice to your subordinates about how to over come it. INDIA is the fastest growing economy and biggest democracy also. So do not under estimate India. Recently EU made a "mother of all deal" with India. So it is a good chance for you to be a part of India's growth.  more

  • Just face it

  • Look, I totally get the hesitation. It’s a massive culture shock, and when you’re already stressed about work, the last thing you want is to feel... vulnerable or unwell in a foreign city.
    If I were in your shoes, I’d treat this as a "professional compromise." Tell your boss you’re willing to step up, but request a safety and health budget to make it viable. This means staying at a high-end spot like the Taj Mahal Palace or the Trident BKC where hygiene standards are world-class.
    Stick to a simple rule:If you can't peel it or boil it, don't eat it. Drink only sealed bottled water, even for brushing your teeth, and use Uber Intercity or a private hotel car so you aren't navigating the chaos of public transport alone.
    Think of it as a one-week surgical strike to fix the project. You’ll protect your job, show your boss you're a closer, and stay healthy by staying in a high-end bubble. Get in touch with local guy who is professtional ,from your boss reference.
     more

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  • You should go and pack what ever is necessary for 2weeks