Nepal Airlines under fire for wrong depiction of Indian territory
Nepal Airlines has issued an apology after a social media post featuring its “network map” incorrectly depicted the Indian regions of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh as part of Pakistan, triggering widespread criticism.
The post, shared on Wednesday, was swiftly deleted after drawing backlash from users across social media platforms, including X and Facebook.
Viral post triggers online outrage
The controversy escalated after the map went viral, with many users flagging the depiction as incorrect and offensive.
Calls for action followed, with demands for intervention from India’s Ministry of External Affairs and Ministry of Civil Aviation. The hashtag #BoycottNepalAirlines also trended online as criticism intensified.
Airline calls it ‘cartographic inaccuracy’
In a statement posted on X, Nepal Airlines acknowledged the error and termed it a “cartographic inaccuracy”.
“We sincerely apologize for the error in the network map recently shared on our social media channels. The map contained significant cartographic inaccuracies regarding international boundaries that do not reflect the official stance of Nepal or Nepal Airlines,” the airline said.
It added that the post had been removed immediately and that an internal review is underway to prevent such incidents in the future.
Assures respect for regional ties
The airline emphasised that the incorrect depiction does not reflect the official position of Nepal or the company.
“We deeply value our strong relationships with our neighbours and friends in the region and regret any offence the post has caused,” the statement added.
Sensitive issue sparks diplomatic attention
Territorial representation of Jammu and Kashmir remains a sensitive issue in India’s foreign relations, and such incidents often draw sharp public and political reactions.
While no official response has been issued yet, the episode has once again highlighted the importance of accuracy in international representations.
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