Government Under Fire for ‘Hateful’ Remarks Against Indian PM by Activists-Turned Public Officials

The Muizzu administration faced criticism after three senior public officials made derogatory comments about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indians, following Modi's visit to Lakshadweep. Deputy Minister Mariyam Shiuna called Modi a 'clown' and 'puppet of Israel' in a deleted post. Council member Zahid Rameez made racially insensitive remarks. Former President Mohamed Nasheed condemned the language and called on the government to distance itself. Ahmed Faris Maumoon urged reprimanding the officials. The incident escalated into a diplomatic row, with concerns over impact on tourism, as India is the top source of tourists.

The Muizzu administration faced criticism after three senior public officials made derogatory comments about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indians, following Modi's visit to Lakshadweep. Deputy Minister Mariyam Shiuna called Modi a 'clown' and 'puppet of Israel' in a deleted post. Council member Zahid Rameez made racially insensitive remarks. Former President Mohamed Nasheed condemned the language and called on the government to distance itself. Ahmed Faris Maumoon urged reprimanding the officials. The incident escalated into a diplomatic row, with concerns over impact on tourism, as India is the top source of tourists.

The Muizzu administration faced criticism after three senior public officials made derogatory comments about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indians, following Modi's visit to Lakshadweep. Deputy Minister Mariyam Shiuna called Modi a 'clown' and 'puppet of Israel' in a deleted post. Council member Zahid Rameez made racially insensitive remarks. Former President Mohamed Nasheed condemned the language and called on the government to distance itself. Ahmed Faris Maumoon urged reprimanding the officials. The incident escalated into a diplomatic row, with concerns over impact on tourism, as India is the top source of tourists.

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