Maldives minister tweet about India has created an uproar in India. Prominent Indian celebrities and influential figures from social media platforms have come together to support an online campaign advocating for a boycott of the Maldives and its popular tourist destinations. The campaign aims to raise awareness about recent events that have sparked outrage among Indian citizens.
This boycott comes in response to derogatory remarks made by a minister of the island nation against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The ongoing tussle between India and the Maldives traces its origin to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Lakshadweep, which sparked interest in the Indian island among travel enthusiasts. During his visit, Modi inaugurated several development projects and explored Lakshadweep’s beautiful beaches.
Pictures of Modi snorkeling in the sea went viral on social media and became top trending topics. However, Modi’s efforts to boost tourism in Lakshadweep apparently irked some people in the Maldives, including government officials.
Maldives minister Mariyam Shiuna had derided Modi for his Lakshadweep visit in a now-deleted post on social media. Shiuna even encouraged tourists to visit the Maldives through the #VisitMaldives trend. Additionally, some Maldivian netizens posted racist and insulting comments against Indians.
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Came across comments from prominent public figures from Maldives passing hateful and racist comments on Indians. Surprised that they are doing this to a country that sends them the maximum number of tourists. We are good to our neighbors but why should we tolerate such unprovoked hate? I’ve visited the Maldives many times and always praised it, but dignity first. Let us decide to #ExploreIndianIslands and support our own tourism.
The reactions from the Maldives come after a Twitter post by Mariyam Shiuna, a Deputy Minister in the Maldivian government, mocking the democratically elected Prime Minister of India, who has always been supportive of the Maldives. This behavior has been deemed beyond shameful by many. In response to these derogatory remarks, Indian celebrities and online influencers have joined the calls to boycott the Maldives. Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra took to social media and posted, “‘India Out’ was a part of the manifesto. Maldives voted for it.
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Now, it’s up to us, Indians, to choose wisely. I know that my family will. Jai Hind.” Actor Akshay Kumar also condemned the comments from the Maldives’ junior minister and emphasized the importance of dignity. He further emphasized the need to support Indian tourism and explore islands within the country. Actor John Abraham joined the trend #exploreindianislands and appealed to tourists to flock to Lakshadweep.
Social media influencer Sonam Mahajan also urged Indians to cancel their trips to the Maldives in light of the recent comments made by a Maldivian minister. She wrote, “Dear Indians, please listen to Maldivian ministers who desperately want Indians out. Cancel your travel plans (if any) for the Maldives as soon as possible. Why do you want to go to a country whose people hate you? Lakshadweep awaits you.”
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Another social media influencer, Baba Banaras, tweeted a picture of the sunrise in Lakshadweep and pleaded with Indians to visit the island instead of the Maldives. He captioned the picture, “Sunrise in #Lakshadweep India. You won’t see this in the Maldives.”
The campaign to boycott the Maldives is gaining momentum as more Indian celebrities and influencers lend their support. It remains to be seen how this will impact tourism in the Maldives and whether the derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be addressed by the Maldivian government.