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Lakshadweep: Can India's 'alternative Maldives' handle mass tourism?

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  Earlier this month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Indian archipelago Lakshadweep triggered an unexpected row that soured ties with neighbouring Maldives. It also set off a surge in tourist interest in the small island chain that has worried ecological experts and many locals. On his visit to Lakshadweep - a federally administered territory that lies in the Arabian Sea, to the north of Maldives - Mr Modi had announced a slew of development projects and shared photos of himself snorkelling and enjoying its beaches. Three Maldivian deputy ministers made derogatory comments about him,  sparking outrage  on Indian social media and prompting many to highlight Lakshadweep as an alternative tourist destination. It seems to be working - Google searches for Lakshadweep, which doesn't often make it to primetime news, jumped to an all-time high last week. MakeMyTrip, India's largest online travel company, said it saw a 3,400% increase in searches for Lakshadweep on its pl...
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Lakshdweep vs Maldives .

 Lakshadweep and Maldives are both tropical archipelagos, but Lakshadweep is part of India, while Maldives is a separate country. Maldives is known for its luxury resorts and vibrant coral reefs, attracting tourists worldwide. Lakshadweep, on the other hand, offers a more serene and less commercialized experience, with its own unique charm. The choice between them depends on your preferences for culture, activities, and the level of development you seek in a destination.The Maldives, like many other tourist destinations, has experienced fluctuations in tourism due to various factors. Tourism in the Maldives can be influenced by global economic conditions, geopolitical events, natural disasters, and health crises. For instance, the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted international travel worldwide, leading to a decline in tourism in many countries, including the Maldives. Travel restrictions, lockdowns, and safety concerns resulted in a temporary downturn in tourist arrivals. I...
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