American e-commerce website sells Indian ‘charpai’ for a staggering 1.12 lakh rupees
Online marketplaces have made it possible to buy and sell almost anything, including some truly bizarre and outrageously priced items. Remember Balenciaga’s destroyed sneakers and handbags looking like ‘thailas‘ selling for $625 and $2090, respectively? If you thought such staggering prices of commonly available products are limited to foreign items alone, you might be wrong! An e-commerce site in the United States is offering a traditional Indian charpai for an exorbitant price.
The charpai is a basic bed constructed from wood and woven jute ropes and typically retails in India for approximately Rs 2,000-10,000. However, on Etsy, it is being sold for approximately 1.12 lakh by an Indian seller.
It is described as a “traditional Indian bed with very beautiful decor,” made from high-quality materials and crafted by hand. The charpai measures 36 inches in width, 72 inches in height, and 18 inches in depth.
The reason for the inflated price remains unclear – if it is due to the unique design and superior craftsmanship or simply due to the high demand for Indian products in the US. Whatever the reason, the charpai’s exorbitant price has sparked a debate online, with many people expressing outrage.
Another user wrote, “Dear Americans, in 1 lakh, you guys can travel India for 3-4 days even after buying Charpai from India and its transportation cost.”
This is not the first instance of an Indian product being sold for an exorbitant price on a US e-commerce site. In recent years, items such as a bucket that sold for Rs 25,999 and a plastic bag that sold for Rs 14,999 have garnered attention for their shockingly high prices.
