Modi jumped into the Indian Ocean, and a tsunami is wiping out the Maldives.

Diplomatic tensions between India and the Maldives have escalated further following derogatory social media posts against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

In a strong response to these remarks, the Indian government has taken action by summoning the Maldivian Envoy to India. This comes after the Maldives government suspended three deputy ministers for their derogatory posts against Prime Minister Modi.

During the meeting between the Maldivian Envoy, Dr. Ibrahim Sahib, and the Ministry of External Affairs in India, it was made clear that such remarks against the Indian Prime Minister are condemnable and will not be taken lightly in the future.

Furthermore, the Maldivian government has also taken stern steps in response to the social media hate posts, including the suspension of some ministers. The President of the Maldives, however, has refrained from commenting on the issue and is currently on a visit to China.

It remains to be seen what further course of action the Maldivian government will take against the deputy ministers who spoke against Prime Minister Modi. The Ministry of External Affairs in India has already expressed its displeasure and taken strict notice of the situation.

Background: The Lakad Campaign

In recent times, there has been a growing campaign promoting domestic tourism in India, particularly the Lakad Islands. The campaign gained significance after Prime Minister Modi's visit to Lakad and his appreciation of its beauty.

However, some ministers in the Maldives office made derogatory comments about Lakad, comparing it unfavorably to their own country. They also made baseless allegations that Prime Minister Modi was an ally of Israel.

These remarks sparked a backlash on social media, with Indian citizens condemning the ministers' comments and emphasizing the importance of exploring their own country's beautiful locations like Lakad and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

As a result of the public outrage, the Maldivian government suspended the three ministers involved in making derogatory comments. Former President Muhammad Nashid also voiced his disapproval of the remarks made against Prime Minister Modi.

Notably, this incident has led to a movement among celebrities and citizens, urging people to prioritize visiting domestic destinations like Lakad and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands rather than choosing foreign countries like the Maldives.

The tensions between India and the Maldives highlight the significance of diplomatic relations and the impact of social media in shaping public opinion. Both countries must address such issues promptly and maintain healthy diplomatic ties.