EaseMyTrip, a leading Indian travel company, has decided to suspend all Maldives flight bookings amid a row over anti-PM Modi posts and the “Chalo Lakshadweep” campaign. The company has taken this significant step in solidarity with India, following derogatory remarks made by some ministers, who have since been suspended, against India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his recent visit to Lakshadweep.
Key Developments
- EaseMyTrip suspends all Maldives flight bookings in solidarity with India.
- The Maldives government suspended ministers Malsha Shareef, Mariyam Shiuna, and Abdulla Mahzoom Majid for their posts against PM Modi.
- India raised the matter with the island nation, leading to the suspension of Maldives flight bookings.
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Nishant Pitti’s Statement
Nishant Pitti, the co-founder and CEO of EaseMyTrip, announced the suspension of Maldives flight bookings through a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). He stated, “In solidarity with our nation, @EaseMyTrip has suspended all Maldives flight bookings”.
Impact on Travel Plans
The suspension of Maldives flight bookings by EaseMyTrip is expected to have a significant impact on travel plans to the Maldives. The company had previously started the “Chalo Lakshadweep” campaign to promote the Maldives as a travel destination.
EaseMyTrip’s decision to suspend all Maldives flight bookings amid the row over anti-PM Modi posts and the “Chalo Lakshadweep” campaign highlights the broader implications of the recent diplomatic tensions between India and the Maldives. The suspension of Maldives flight bookings serves as a gesture of solidarity with India and reflects the company’s stance in response to the recent developments.
