Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to the Union Territory of Lakshadweep has ignited a diplomatic row between India and the Maldives after Maldivian officials made disparaging remarks about the trip. The incident has garnered significant attention both domestically and internationally and has led to a verbal spat between the two nations. The Maldives government has since distanced itself from the remarks made by its ministers and has reaffirmed its commitment to maintain amicable relations with India.