India-Maldives Diplomatic Row: Everything you need to know about the conflict

The Maldives government has suspended three deputy ministers for disparaging Prime Minister Narendra Modi, an official said on Sunday.

Published on: Jan 9, 2024 8:00 AM IST

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Three deputy ministers made disparaging comments against Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding his post on 'X' after his visit to Lakshadweep, suggesting that it was an effort to promote the Union Territory as a competing tourist destination to the Maldives.  (PTI)

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The comments made by the ministers have sparked criticism in India, with numerous celebrities encouraging people on 'X' to consider exploring domestic tourist destinations rather than traveling to the Maldives.  (Instagram)

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In a statement, the Maldivian foreign ministry on Sunday said the government is aware of "derogatory remarks" on social media platforms against foreign leaders and that the personal views do not represent its position.  (X)

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The government of the Maldives on Sunday suspended three deputy ministers for derogatory social media posts against PM Modi. 

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Leading Maldivian political leaders slammed the Muizzu government over the controversy.  (AP)

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Several prominent figures, including Bollywood stars Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, and Akshay Kumar, as well as cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, urged people to explore "Indian islands" and coastal destinations on Sunday. 

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Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed on Monday arrived in China on a five-day State visit.  (PTI)

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There were also posts on social media claiming that some Indians are cancelling their scheduled trip to the Maldives in view of the row.