Actress Akanksha Juneja, who is currently seen playing the negative lead (Nidhi) in Kundali Bhagya, is known for expressing her thoughts and opinions fearlessly. Amid the ongoing controversy between India and the Maldives regarding the Lakshadweep Islands, Akanksha expressed her astonishment at the derogatory comments made by some Maldives ministers.
She also encouraged citizens to explore the beauty of India.
Akanksha says, “It’s very disturbing and disappointing to see such kind of remarks from Maldives ministers. We should believe in supporting and growing together and not demeaning fellow ones. I am so glad that our honourable PM is promoting India’s tourism. Lakshadweep is really a beautiful and serene place and I really can’t wait to explore its beauty. I would urge everyone to consider Lakshadweep as an alternative for the Maldives.”
Professionally, Akanksha has done projects like Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, Hamaari Beti Raaj Karegi, Dil Se Di Dua Saubhagyavati Bhava and Saath Nibhaana Saathiya 2.
Divya Agarwal posted a photo and shared a note about her plans to get married in India amidst the ‘Maldives Row’. She wrote, “Just before the entire Maldives mess up, I was very keen on getting married in our own country India.. from my bachelorette party to the honeymoon, I want it all in India.. we are blessed with everything that the rest of the world has! BEACHES, MOUNTAINS, FORESTS, DESERTS!!! Our beautiful nation has best of best weather throughout the year from monsoon to snow! INDIA WELCOMES EVERY ONE WITH LOVE AND RESPECT… we have been taught Atithi Devo bhava.”
For the unversed, social media has been flooded with diverse opinions from Indians regarding their take on the Maldives. Prime Minister Narendra Modi published a few photos from his trip to Lakshadweep with no mention of the Maldives.
Nevertheless, a few Maldivian government ministers expressed strong criticisms towards India, initiating a social media clash between the two nations.