The tension between India and Maldives heightened as numerous celebrities and prominent figures voiced their support for the promotion of tourism to Lakshadweep. Interestingly, this political row has snowballed into a tourism boost as reported by Indian travel companies.

Following PM Modi's recent visit, interest in the pristine archipelago – Lakshadweep has skyrocketed, with Cordelia Cruises experiencing a 2500 percent surge in booking queries.