<p>Lakshadweep, a tropical archipelago off the southwestern coast of India, is a haven of natural beauty and pristine landscapes. Comprising 36 coral islands, the Indian region boasts of turquoise lagoons, coral reefs and ivory beaches that together form a picturesque setting.</p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited Lakshadweep, where he did snorkelling and posted about his experience on the microblogging site X.</p>

<p>He wrote, "For those who wish to embrace the adventurer in them, Lakshadweep has to be on your list. During my stay, I also tried snorkelling - what an exhilarating experience it was."&nbsp;</p>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p dir="ltr" lang="en">For those who wish to embrace the adventurer in them, Lakshadweep has to be on your list.<br />
<br />
During my stay, I also tried snorkelling - what an exhilarating experience it was! <a href="https://t.co/rikUTGlFN7">pic.twitter.com/rikUTGlFN7</a></p>
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1742831497776951361?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2024</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Unfortunately, his visit soon led to a controversy after derogatory remarks by Maldives' ministers that led to an unexpected diplomatic row between India and Maldives. Many Indians objected to the disparaging remarks and joined the boycott campaign against Maldives, and soon discussions about visiting and promoting Indian destinations began to surface on X, and Lakshadweep started trending over the past week.</p>

<p>However, did you know that every person, who is not a native of Lakshadweep, shall have to obtain a permit for a visit to the archipelago?</p>

<p>But don't worry, we will provide you with all the information you need to know if you intend to visit Lakshadweep.</p>

<p>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/maldives-tourism-body-says-indian-tourists-boost-their-economy-678538">Maldives tourism body says Indian tourists boost their economy</a></p>

<h2><strong>How to apply for the permit?</strong></h2>

<p>There are mainly two ways to apply for a permit to visit Lakshadweep islands.</p>

<h2><strong>Offline Permit</strong></h2>

<p>One needs to download the application form from the Lakshadweep Administration website (http://www.lakshadweeptourism.com/contact.html) or get it from the District Collector’s office in Kavaratti.<br />
<br />
Once the form has been obtained, it must be filled fully and then sent to the Collector's office&nbsp;together with the necessary paperwork. &nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Online Permit</strong></h2>

<p>The easiest and fastest way to apply for a permit is to do that online.<br />
<br />
One needs to visit the ePermit portal (https://epermit.utl.gov.in/pages/signup). Make an account and fill in the necessary information in the form. After that, one must select their island and travel dates, upload any necessary papers&nbsp;and make the required payment. The permission should arrive by email 15 days before travel.</p>

<h2><strong>Fee Details</strong></h2>

<p>Each candidate must pay an application cost of $ 0.60 (Rs 50) and the heritage fee is $1.20 (Rs 100) for children aged between 12 and 18 while for individuals above 18, the heritage fee is $2.40 (Rs 200).</p>

<p><strong>Documents Required</strong></p>

<p>-A clear passport-sized photograph</p>

<p>-A photocopy of one’s valid ID proof (Aadhaar card, voter ID, driver's license etc.)</p>

<p>-Proof of travel (flight tickets or boat reservation details)</p>

<p>-Hotel Booking confirmation (if staying in a resort)</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Lakshadweep, a tropical archipelago off the southwestern coast of India, is a haven of natural beauty and pristine landscapes. Comprising 36 coral islands, the Indian region boasts of turquoise lagoons, coral reefs and ivory beaches that together form a picturesque setting.

Lakshadweep, a tropical archipelago off the southwestern coast of India, is a haven of natural beauty and pristine landscapes. Comprising 36 coral islands, the Indian region boasts of turquoise lagoons, coral reefs and ivory beaches that together form a picturesque setting. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited Lakshadweep, where he did snorkelling and posted about his experience on the microblogging site X. He wrote, "For those who wish to embrace the adventurer in them, Lakshadweep has to be on your list. During my stay, I also tried snorkelling - what an exhilarating experience it was." For those who wish to embrace the adventurer in them, Lakshadweep has to be on your list. During my stay, I also tried snorkelling - what an exhilarating experience it was! pic.twitter.com/rikUTGlFN7 — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 4, 2024 × Unfortunately, his visit soon led to a controversy after derogatory remarks by Maldives' ministers that led to an unexpected diplomatic row between India and Maldives. Many Indians objected to the disparaging remarks and joined the boycott campaign against Maldives, and soon discussions about visiting and promoting Indian destinations began to surface on X, and Lakshadweep started trending over the past week. However, did you know that every person, who is not a native of Lakshadweep, shall have to obtain a permit for a visit to the archipelago? But don't worry, we will provide you with all the information you need to know if you intend to visit Lakshadweep. Also read | Maldives tourism body says Indian tourists boost their economy How to apply for the permit? There are mainly two ways to apply for a permit to visit Lakshadweep islands. Offline Permit One needs to download the application form from the Lakshadweep Administration website (http://www.lakshadweeptourism.com/contact.html) or get it from the District Collector’s office in Kavaratti. Once the form has been obtained, it must be filled fully and then sent to the Collector's office together with the necessary paperwork. Online Permit The easiest and fastest way to apply for a permit is to do that online. One needs to visit the ePermit portal (https://epermit.utl.gov.in/pages/signup). Make an account and fill in the necessary information in the form. After that, one must select their island and travel dates, upload any necessary papers and make the required payment. The permission should arrive by email 15 days before travel. Fee Details Each candidate must pay an application cost of $ 0.60 (Rs 50) and the heritage fee is $1.20 (Rs 100) for children aged between 12 and 18 while for individuals above 18, the heritage fee is $2.40 (Rs 200). Documents Required -A clear passport-sized photograph -A photocopy of one’s valid ID proof (Aadhaar card, voter ID, driver's license etc.) -Proof of travel (flight tickets or boat reservation details) -Hotel Booking confirmation (if staying in a resort) (With inputs from agencies)

Planning to visit Lakshadweep? Here’s how you can get the permit

<p>International Emmy award-winning comedian Vir Das has commented on Indian celebrities promoting tourism in Lakshadweep Islands. Das' comments come amid tensions between India and the Maldives following a tweet by a Maldives minister slamming the picturesque islands of Lakshadweep as also disparagingly targeting PM Narendra Modi.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Several Bollywood celebrities including Akshay Kumar, John Abraham, Sara Ali Khan have since then expressed their support for the archipelago and encouraged Indians to explore its beauty.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Das, on the other hand, took a sly dig at the celebrities and their obsession to vacation in Maldives which may go kaput amid tensions between the two nations at the moment.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Das took to X to talk about Indian influencers and celebs, who had worked for weeks on their Maldives vacation pictures but were now scared to share them on social media.<br />
<br />
He tweeted on Monday, "Firstly, happy Lakshadweep is getting some love! Secondly, somewhere in the Maldives, right now, is an Indian celebrity/ influencer, who didn’t eat carbs for two weeks, took the best vacation photos ever, and is TERRIFIED to post them."</p>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Firstly, happy Lakshadweep is getting some love! Secondly, Somewhere in the Maldives, right now, is an Indian celebrity/influencer, who didn’t eat carbs for two weeks, took the best vacation photos ever, and is TERRIFIED to post them :-)</p>
— Vir Das (@thevirdas) <a href="https://twitter.com/thevirdas/status/1744195446984028296?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 8, 2024</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

<p>Das then took a jab at the celebrities who had posted similar texts about Lakshadweep to appease the authorities. "Next actor to post a honeymoon photo from Madh Island is getting a National Award. Pakka."</p>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Next actor to post a honeymoon photo from Madh Island is getting a National Award. Pakka.</p>
— Vir Das (@thevirdas) <a href="https://twitter.com/thevirdas/status/1744277480695816662?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 8, 2024</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

<p>Reacting to Vir's tweet, an X user suggested, "They can just post it saying it's Lakshadweep/ Looks almost the same; will get much more engagement right now."<br />
<br />
Another said, "Few are deleting the past ones too." One more tweeted, “One (Indian influencer/celeb) already put pics last week and now lecturing others to stay away.”<br />
<br />
Sara Ali Khan, Jahnvi Kapoor, Urvashi Rautela, John Abraham,&nbsp;Shraddha Kapoor and many other Bollywood actors posted photos of Lakshadweep amid Maldives boycott calls. The celebs joined the trend of promoting Indian tourism after prominent personalities from the Maldives mocked India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. PM Modi had recently shared pictures of his trip to Lakshadweep Islands.</p>


International Emmy award-winning comedian Vir Das has commented on Indian celebrities promoting tourism in Lakshadweep Islands. Das' comments come amid tensions between India and the Maldives following a tweet by a Maldives minister slamming the picturesque islands of Lakshadweep as also disparagingly targeting PM Narendra Modi.

International Emmy award-winning comedian Vir Das has commented on Indian celebrities promoting tourism in Lakshadweep Islands. Das' comments come amid tensions between India and the Maldives following a tweet by a Maldives minister slamming the picturesque islands of Lakshadweep as also disparagingly targeting PM Narendra Modi. Several Bollywood celebrities including Akshay Kumar, John Abraham, Sara Ali Khan have since then expressed their support for the archipelago and encouraged Indians to explore its beauty. Das, on the other hand, took a sly dig at the celebrities and their obsession to vacation in Maldives which may go kaput amid tensions between the two nations at the moment. Das took to X to talk about Indian influencers and celebs, who had worked for weeks on their Maldives vacation pictures but were now scared to share them on social media. He tweeted on Monday, "Firstly, happy Lakshadweep is getting some love! Secondly, somewhere in the Maldives, right now, is an Indian celebrity/ influencer, who didn’t eat carbs for two weeks, took the best vacation photos ever, and is TERRIFIED to post them." Firstly, happy Lakshadweep is getting some love! Secondly, Somewhere in the Maldives, right now, is an Indian celebrity/influencer, who didn’t eat carbs for two weeks, took the best vacation photos ever, and is TERRIFIED to post them :-) — Vir Das (@thevirdas) January 8, 2024 × Das then took a jab at the celebrities who had posted similar texts about Lakshadweep to appease the authorities. "Next actor to post a honeymoon photo from Madh Island is getting a National Award. Pakka." Next actor to post a honeymoon photo from Madh Island is getting a National Award. Pakka. — Vir Das (@thevirdas) January 8, 2024 × Reacting to Vir's tweet, an X user suggested, "They can just post it saying it's Lakshadweep/ Looks almost the same; will get much more engagement right now." Another said, "Few are deleting the past ones too." One more tweeted, “One (Indian influencer/celeb) already put pics last week and now lecturing others to stay away.” Sara Ali Khan, Jahnvi Kapoor, Urvashi Rautela, John Abraham, Shraddha Kapoor and many other Bollywood actors posted photos of Lakshadweep amid Maldives boycott calls. The celebs joined the trend of promoting Indian tourism after prominent personalities from the Maldives mocked India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. PM Modi had recently shared pictures of his trip to Lakshadweep Islands.

Vir Das takes a dig at celebrities promoting Lakshadweep amid India-Maldives row

maldives-lakshadweep-row

Maldives Lakshadweep Row, News on Maldives Lakshadweep Row, stories on Maldives Lakshadweep Row, articles on Maldives Lakshadweep Row, Maldives Lakshadweep Row stories at Wion, Maldives Lakshadweep Row news, Maldives Lakshadweep Row latest news

maldives lakshadweep-row

Planning to visit Lakshadweep? Here’s how you can get the permit

Vir Das takes a dig at celebrities promoting Lakshadweep amid India-Maldives row