Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Lakshadweep has prompted many netizens to add the island destination to their travel bucket list. The PM shared glimpses of his two-day trip on social media, where he tried snorkeling and enjoyed beach walks.
Modi visited Lakshadweep on January 2 and 3, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth more than Rs 1,150 crore in sectors such as telecommunications, drinking water, solar power and health.
He also shared photos of his morning walk along the picturesque beaches of the region, and a video of him snorkeling in the clear waters of the Arabian Sea². He captioned the video, "Snorkelling is a wonderful way to see the marvels of our marine ecosystem. It is a must-do activity for those visiting Lakshadweep."
The PM's posts received thousands of likes and comments from netizens, who expressed their admiration and curiosity about Lakshadweep. Many users said they were inspired by the PM to visit the island paradise, while others thanked him for bringing attention to the lesser-known destination.
An X user reacted to the pictures shared by PM Modi from his Lakshadweep visit and wrote, “Looks like a must-visit place. Thank you Modi ji.”
Another user commented, "Wow! Lakshadweep is so beautiful. I never knew it was so amazing. Thanks for sharing, sir. You are inspiring us to explore our own country."
Some users also praised the PM for his fitness and adventurous spirit, and wished him good health and success.
Lakshadweep is a group of 36 islands in the Arabian Sea, of which only 10 are inhabited. It is known for its pristine beaches, coral reefs, lagoons and rich biodiversity. It offers various water sports and activities such as scuba diving, kayaking, sailing, fishing and island hopping.
Lakshadweep is also set to benefit from the submarine optic fibre cable project, which will connect it with Kochi in Kerala and improve its internet connectivity and digital services³. The PM said the project will boost tourism, education, health and e-governance in the islands.
The PM's visit to Lakshadweep was part of his two-day tour of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, where he also inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of several development projects in various sectors