Weighing in on the derogatory remarks by Maldivian ministers against Prime Minister Modi as well as India on social media, foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdev on Sunday said the posts in question were "absolutely deplorable".
Amid the firestorm of protests around a deputy minister's derogatory reference to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former Maldivian Foreign Minister Abdullah Shahid said the objectionable remarks against the former and fellow Indian natives on social media are 'reprehensible' and 'odious'.
Indian High Commissioner to the Maldives, Munu Mahawar, has taken up with the Maldives government the derogatory remarks made by a deputy minister in the island nation, sources informed on Sunday.
Amid the row and social media fury, the Maldivian government on Sunday sought to distance itself from minister Mariyam Shiuna's derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying her opinion does not reflect the government's views.
Indian celebrities have strongly criticized derogatory remarks by Maldivian leaders against India and expressed support for promoting Indian beach tourism.
However, Nasheed also expressed that he sees it as an opportunity for the Indian establishment to establish stronger links with the new government as well.
In a post on social media platform, X, Minister Rijiju highlighted the community's role in fostering bilateral relations and assured them of the continued commitment of the Indian government to their welfare and wellbeing.
Sharing his delight on social media 'X', formerly known as Twitter, he said, "Congratulations and greetings to @MMuizzu on being elected as President of the Maldives. India remains committed to strengthening the time-tested India-Maldives bilateral relationship and enhancing our overall c
As Chandrayaan-3 successfully lands on the moon, Maldives' Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid on Wednesday congratulated India for the feat and said that history has been created.