Israel To Start Desalination Plant In Lakshadweep Amid India-Maldives Dispute

Israel has announced that it will begin a desalination programme in Lakshadweep on Tuesday, a move that could promote tourism in the Indian territory amidst the ongoing Maldives issue.

In a social media post on X, the Israeli embassy stated, "We were in #Lakshadweep last year upon the federal government's request to initiate the desalination programme."

"Israel is ready to commence working on this project tomorrow," the statement said.

The embassy shared photographs of pristine Indian beaches in Lakshadweep, saying, "For those who have yet to witness the pristine and majestic underwater beauty of #lakshadweepislands, here are a few pictures showing this island's enchanting allure."

The declaration comes amid rising diplomatic tensions between India and the Maldives following critical remarks made by some ministers in the Mohamed Muizzu government towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi.