An Indian importer has to settle an import bill for $ 1,30,000. The exporters has given the Indian importer two options:

i) Pay immediately without any interest charges.

ii) Pay after three months with interest at 5 percent per annum.

The importer's bank charges 15 percent per annum on overdrafts. The exchanges rates in the market are as follows:

Spot rate ('/$) :48.35/48.36

3-Months forward rate (7$) :48.81/48.83

The importer seeks your advice. Give your advice.