#ExploreIndianIslands: Several celebrities urge people to explore Indian islands amid Maldives controversy

A rage ensued on social media after a Maldivian minister's went on to make derogatory remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Lakshadweep and about India's cleanliness issues with tourist sports.

While several celebrities talked about the same, an array of other celebrities went on to talk about exploring Indian tourist spots and islands-

Since the controversy erupted, many Indians on social media have claimed that they have cancelled their planned holidays to the island nation.

Many on social media have shared purported screenshots of their cancelled air travel and hotel bookings. Additionally '#BoycottMaldives' is also one of the top trends on X in India.

The diplomatic tension between India and the Maldives has spiked in recent months, particularly after President Mohamed Muizzu assumed office in November last year.

The new president has indicated a shift in foreign policy, signaling closer ties with China and a departure from the previous "India first" approach.