‘Disheartening To Hear Negative Remarks…’ Irfan Pathan Reacts After Maldives Minister Makes Derogatory Comments Against Indian PM Narendra Modi Post His Lakshadweep Visit
The former Indian cricketer-turned-commentator expressed his displeasure after the Maldives' minister made derogatory comments about the Indian Prime Minister. After these comments were made, several Indians cancelled their trips to the Maldives.
Irfan Pathan shared that he was left 'disheartened' by the negative remarks that Maldives' minister Mariyam Shiuna made against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi after his Lakshadweep visit. Shiuna, the Deputy Minister at the Maldives Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Information, and Art, referred to Modi as a 'clown' and 'puppet' while commenting on his post about Lakshadweep. The comment, however, has been deleted. The Maldives government, however, has distanced themselves from these remarks. Pathan, in a post on 'X', wrote, "While respecting each country's culture, it's disheartening to hear negative remarks about my homeland's extraordinary hospitality." ‘India is Blessed With Beautiful Coastlines and Pristine Islands’ Sachin Tendulkar Shares Glimpse of Sindhudurg Beach Where he Celebrated His 50th Birthday.
Irfan Pathan's Post on 'X'
Having traveled the world since I was 15, every new country I visit reinforces my belief in the exceptional service offered by Indian hotels and tourism. While respecting each country's culture, it's disheartening to hear negative remarks about my homeland's extraordinary…
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) January 7, 2024
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 07, 2024 05:02 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
