I have tried the looking in the eye thing for touts and beggars, and it works sometimes and most times does not. I have now learned when someone persists in tugging at my clothes or puts unwanted goods in front of my face, I just put the palm of my hand right up in their face and say “NO” ... this has never failed me!
Connaught Place is the worst for being bothered
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I know how annoying the beggars are, but you should at least be polite. Many will understand a few English words. I rarely gave to beggars in Delhi, but 'sorry' is better than just 'NO'.
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