Significant Development: Maldivians Show Increased Interest in India’s Lakshadweep Island Compared to Indians

NAMAN DIVAN

11 months ago

In a surprising turn of events, Maldivians are now doing more Google searches about India’s Lakshadweep Island than Indians themselves. This news has caused quite a stir on social media, with many speculating about the reasons behind this trend. According to reports, the sudden rise in online interest in Lakshadweep among Maldivians is seen as an indication that the island is becoming a popular travel destination for them. The name ‘Lakshadweep’ in Malayalam and Sanskrit means ‘a hundred thousand islands’. The island is known for its serene beaches, blue water, white sands, and friendly people.News18 analyzed the data obtained from Google Trends, which shows how many searches dropped in for ‘Lakshadweep’ from December 29, 2023, to January 4, 2024.

While from December 29 to January 3, there were hardly any searches, it skyrocketed on January . On Wednesday, ‘Lakshadweep’ was the ninth most searched word on Google in India. There were more than 50,000 searches that day.The sudden rise in online interest in Lakshadweep among Maldivians has sparked a debate on social media about whether India is trying to boost tourism in the islands at the cost of Maldives, one of the first Asian nations where tourist arrivals have exceeded pre-pandemic levels. The visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Lakshadweep has fueled this narrative on the internet that India is trying to make some Maldivian politicians anxious.The Tata Group has already announced plans to develop Lakshadweep as a major tourist destination, with a focus on sustainable tourism. The group has proposed to develop the island’s infrastructure, including airports, seaports, and hotels, to attract more tourists. In conclusion, the sudden rise in online interest in Lakshadweep among Maldivians is a testament to the island’s growing popularity as a travel destination. The Indian government and private players are working to develop the island’s infrastructure and promote sustainable tourism. It remains to be seen how this trend will impact the tourism industry in the region and whether it will lead to increased competition between India and Maldives in the tourism sector. Source – @TimesAlgebraIND