MATI Condemns Anti-India Remarks; Indian Chamber of Commerce Calls for Maldives Boycott

The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) condemned derogatory comments by some Maldivian deputy ministers towards Indian PM Narendra Modi. MATI emphasized India's importance and contributions to Maldives tourism. Conversely, the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Aviation and Tourism Committee, led by Dr. Subhash Goyal, called for a boycott of Maldives by Indian tourism sectors, suggesting alternatives like Lakshadweep and Sri Lanka. EaseMyTrip suspended flight bookings to Maldives. The boycott movement gains momentum, with Indian Association of Tour Operators expecting effect in 20-25 days.

The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) condemned derogatory comments by some Maldivian deputy ministers towards Indian PM Narendra Modi. MATI emphasized India's importance and contributions to Maldives tourism. Conversely, the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Aviation and Tourism Committee, led by Dr. Subhash Goyal, called for a boycott of Maldives by Indian tourism sectors, suggesting alternatives like Lakshadweep and Sri Lanka. EaseMyTrip suspended flight bookings to Maldives. The boycott movement gains momentum, with Indian Association of Tour Operators expecting effect in 20-25 days.

The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) condemned derogatory comments by some Maldivian deputy ministers towards Indian PM Narendra Modi. MATI emphasized India's importance and contributions to Maldives tourism. Conversely, the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Aviation and Tourism Committee, led by Dr. Subhash Goyal, called for a boycott of Maldives by Indian tourism sectors, suggesting alternatives like Lakshadweep and Sri Lanka. EaseMyTrip suspended flight bookings to Maldives. The boycott movement gains momentum, with Indian Association of Tour Operators expecting effect in 20-25 days.

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