"Maldives Controversy: Officials Criticized for Remarks on PM Modi, Calls for Tourism Boycott Emerge"

Former Maldivian ministers criticized current government officials for derogatory comments made on social media against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The remarks led to a backlash, including a social media boycott campaign, which could impact the Maldives' economy heavily reliant on tourism. The Maldivian government has since suspended the ministers involved, and former officials are urging for a maintenance of the historically strong and respectful relationship between Maldives and India.