New Delhi: The Lakshadweep island has come to spotlight after Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a visit during his South India tour. The controversy began when Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a visit to the island and shares pictures of his visit in social media. Prime Minister wrote, “I am still in awe of the stunning beauty of its islands and the incredible warmth of its people. For those who wish to embrace the adventurer in them, Lakshadweep has to be on your list,”

For those who wish to embrace the adventurer in them, Lakshadweep has to be on your list.

During my stay, I also tried snorkelling – what an exhilarating experience it was! pic.twitter.com/rikUTGlFN7

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 4, 2024

These pictures were shared by Prime Minister Modi and soon landed into a controversy and a diplomatic row started between India and Maldives. According to reports, Maldives saw this post as a threat to its tourism sector since it attracts a lot of Indian tourists.

How Maldives Tourism depends on India? 

According to sources, Maldives generate a lot of its revenue from the Indian tourists visiting the country every year. Over 2 lakh tourists visited the city in 2023. As soon the Maldives Ministers made derogatory remarks against PM Modi, users started venting out their anger and stood in support of PM Modi including Bollywood actors who had shown solidarity with our PM.

Famous Foods of Lakshadweep you must try

Lakshadweep is famous for its sea food. some of their famous cuisines are ‘Koondal curry’ and ‘Breadfruit ‘Mulaku curry’ which is loved by almost all the tourists when they visit the island.

1) Fragrant Rice Delicacy

This is one of the most loved delicacy of Lakshadweep. The combination of biryani with fragrant rice made with coconut, coriander and saffron adds magic to the flavor of the curry.

2) Tuna Curry

Prepared with coconut and aromatic spices, this tuna fish will definitely steal your heart.

3) Coconut Milk based dishes

Being a tropical region, the island is known for delicacies made in coconut like coconut pudding, milk ice creams, milk deserts etc.

4. Kadalakka

This mouth watering dish will melt your heart with its sweet flavors. Prepared from chana daal, lentils and eggs, cashews and raisins. This is a must try desert if you are visiting the island.

5. Mus Kavaab

This tuna curry dish is one of the most loved dish of the island. boneless fish dipped in a curry served with hot rice being prepared in the local spices has amazing flavor and is a must try dish.