Social Media Backlash: Maldives Government Takes Swift Action, Suspends Three Deputy Ministers for Derogatory Remarks Against PM Modi
In a recent development, the Maldivian government has taken decisive steps by suspending three deputy ministers who made derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi on social media.
The government, in an earlier statement, emphasized its commitment to taking action against those making such remarks.
The suspended ministers, Mariyam Shiuna, Malsha Sharif, and Mahzoom Maajid, faced consequences for their comments.
In an official statement, the Maldivian government clarified that derogatory remarks on social media, even against foreign leaders and high-ranking individuals, are considered personal opinions and do not reflect the official stance of the Maldivian government.
The incident unfolded when Maldivian Deputy Minister of Youth Empowerment, Mariyam Shiuna, made disparaging comments against PM Modi on a social media platform, prompting condemnation from former Maldivian president Mohamed Nasheed.
Maldivian Deputy Ministers Face Suspension for Derogatory Comments on PM Modi and India:
In a controversial turn of events, Maldivian Deputy Minister of Youth Empowerment, Mariyam Shiuna, faced repercussions for her now-deleted post featuring photos of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his recent visit to Lakshadweep.
The post, which referred to Modi as a “clown” and a “puppet of Israel,” also made comparisons to cow dung, prompting swift action from the Maldivian government.
Shiuna’s colleague, Malsha Sharif, also joined in with derogatory comments against India and the tourism campaign in the Maldives.
These inflammatory posts, accompanied by similar remarks from other prominent politicians and leaders, not only led to the suspension of the deputy ministers but also fueled a disturbing trend of racist comments against Indians and Indian tourists who frequent the Maldives’.
Twitter Post:
What appalling language by Maldives Government official @shiuna_m towards the leader of a key ally, that is instrumental for Maldives’ security and prosperity. @MMuizzu gov must distance itself from these comments and give clear assurance to India they do not reflect gov policy.
— Mohamed Nasheed (@MohamedNasheed) January 7, 2024
Modi’s Maldives’ Visit Sparks Social Media Clash: Diplomacy in the Digital Arena Unveils Strained Relations:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Maldives became a catalyst for a heated social media battle involving Maldivian politicians, government officials, and Indian social media users.
Modi’s documented journey triggered a wave of posts, with Maldivian users mocking the visit, prompting a response from Indian counterparts who highlighted India’s historical assistance to the Maldives and the bilateral cooperation between the two nations.
In the aftermath of the derogatory remarks by some Maldivians, Indian social media users launched the hashtag “Boycott Maldives’,” pledging to avoid traveling to the tropical destination for their vacations.
Adding to the complexity, in November 2023, the Maldivian government, under the leadership of Mohamed Muizzu, formally requested the Indian government to withdraw its military personnel from the island nation, further accentuating the nuanced dynamics between the two countries.
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