Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:17am on 16 Jan 2024,Tuesday India
EaseMyTrip CEO Nishant Pitti responds to allegations that the company's decision to suspend flight bookings to the Maldives instigated the recent diplomatic standoff. Pitti clarifies the move was in response to the Maldivian president's "pro-China" stance and anti-India sentiments. Highlighting the 95% support from the Indian public, he asserts the decision was about upholding the country's dignity. The travel aggregator faced criticism for exploiting the row, leading to a surge in interest for Lakshadweep trips. The India-Maldives tension continues following critical remarks about PM Modi by suspended ministers. The Maldives insists on Chinese tourist influx, escalating the diplomatic rift.
