• UGI USER
  • Jan 22, 2024
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MALDIVES VS. LAKSHADWEEP: A TOURISM COMPARISON

Geographical Overview:

  • Maldives: An archipelago of 1,190 coral islands and sandbanks, southwest of Kerala and Sri Lanka.
  • Lakshadweep: Comprises 36 coral islands, translating to “hundred thousand islands,” north of the Maldives.
Source: IE

Tourist Statistics:

  • Lakshadweep: Negligible compared to other Indian destinations; 10,435 domestic and 1,313 foreign tourists (2018).
  • Maldives: Over 1,01,626 tourists until January 17, 2024, with consistent annual increases; major source market includes India.

Tourism Development and Infrastructure:

  • Maldives: Invested significantly in tourism; 30% GDP contribution, 60% foreign currency earnings, 180 resorts, and seamless connectivity.
  • Lakshadweep: Limited infrastructure, concerns over environmental impact, and lack of capacity for mass tourism; emphasis on high-end, low-volume tourism.