Essential Supplies
- rice, spices, fruits, vegetables, and medicines.
Education
- higher education in Indian institutions, including scholarships.
Disaster Assistance
- tsunamis and drinking water shortages.
- The provision of essential items during the COVID-19
Security Provider
- intervening during a coup attempt in 1988 through Operation Cactus
- conducting joint naval exercises for the protection of the Maldives.
- Joint Exercises include- “Ekuverin”, “Dosti” and “Ekatha”.
India’s Dominance in Maldives Tourism
- Indian tourists have become the leading source market for the Maldives since the COVID-19 pandemic.
- In 2023, they accounted for a significant 11.2% of total tourist arrivals, amounting to 18.42L visitors.