President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has returned to Malé after completing a comprehensive visit to 14 inhabited islands of North Miladhunmadulu Atoll, during which he launched several new projects, met with island communities, and made a series of major policy announcements.
During the tour, the President visited Kan'ditheemu, Noomaraa, Goidhoo, Feydhoo, Feevah, Bileiyfahi, Foakaidhoo, Milandhoo, Narudhoo, Maroshi, Lhaimagu, Funadhoo, Komandoo, and Maaun’goodhoo, accompanied by Cabinet ministers and heads of State-Owned Enterprises.
He reaffirmed his Government’s commitment to sustainable development, decentralisation, and citizen-centric governance, while announcing new projects in health, education, housing, fisheries, and infrastructure across the atoll.
Nationally, the President announced two landmark measures:
- Allocation of MVR 500 million each for the health and education sectors in the 2026 State Budget.
- Launch of modern digital payment services, including PayPal, for Maldivians.
He also pledged to revive stalled waste management centres across northern islands and accelerate the implementation of key projects under the population consolidation policy.
Kan'ditheemu
Major Announcements and Decisions:
- Inaugurated new Bank of Maldives (BML) ATM services, improving access to financial services.
- Discussed strengthening digital payment systems and introducing online banking innovations.
- Reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to equitable development and decentralisation.
Noomaraa
Major Announcements and Discussions:
- Residents’ concerns on harbour maintenance and housing space discussed.
- President pledged that infrastructure needs of smaller islands will be incorporated into regional planning.
- Emphasised that population consolidation will focus on ensuring essential services for all.
Goidhoo
Major Announcements and Inaugurations:
- Officially inaugurated the island’s new water and sewerage system.
- Announced that the Government will prioritise waste management and shore protection in the upcoming budget cycle.
- Highlighted plans to expand public health services and digital government facilities.
Feydhoo
Key Highlights:
- Discussions focused on improving education infrastructure and access to secondary schooling.
- President pledged that teacher training and digital classrooms will be expanded to smaller islands.
Feevah
Decisions and Plans:
- Announced that road development projects and public facility upgrades will begin next year.
- Fenaka to assess and resolve electricity supply issues.
- Confirmed plans to build additional classrooms and develop sports facilities.
Bileiyfahi
Announcements:
- President assured that new harbour lights and shoreline protection would be prioritised in the next budget.
- Highlighted the Government’s focus on community-level development and island resilience.
Foakaidhoo
Decisions:
- Announced measures to enhance waste management and health centre capacity.
- Discussions held on fisheries infrastructure and improved boat access for local fishermen.
- Promised that new housing schemes would consider Foakaidhoo as a priority.
Milandhoo
Key Points:
- President underscored Milandhoo’s role as a regional hub and pledged to strengthen its harbour and waste systems.
- Plans for secondary school upgrades and new vocational training opportunities.
- Fenaka to ensure uninterrupted electricity and water supply by 2026.
Narudhoo
Major Announcements:
- Discussed road and drainage improvements with local council.
- Committed to restoring coastal protection and developing a sports and recreation area.
- President assured that health centre expansion and school maintenance projects will proceed as scheduled.
Maroshi
Key Announcements and Projects:
- Health Centre to be upgraded to 24-hour service next year, with new staff and facilities.
- 14.5 hectares of land to be reclaimed under the island’s land expansion project.
- School and staff rooms to be fully air-conditioned under the national air-cooling programme.
- A new multipurpose hall and road development with additional lanes included in next year’s budget.
- President reaffirmed that ongoing projects will be completed on schedule and no island will be overlooked.
Lhaimagu
Major Announcements:
- Health Centre services to be extended to 16 hours daily after completion of a new building.
- Construction of a Fitness and Recreation Centre, new Council Secretariat building, and school office building announced.
- Stalled Waste Management Centre project to be reassigned to a new contractor.
- Turfing of futsal pitch and construction of a handball court within the year.
- Plans to develop a harbour, establish a swimming track, and open a branch of the Centre for the Holy Quran.
- Fenaka to resolve electricity issues by year-end.
Funadhoo
Major Announcements and Inaugurations:
- Inaugurated the first ice plant established under his administration – a 30-tonne facility to support the fisheries sector.
- Announced MVR 500 million each for health and education in the 2026 Budget.
- Launched multiple projects:
- Maldivian National University campus.
- Sports complex and Islamic Centre.
- Funadhoo Hospital new building.
- Harbour upgrades and airport lighting project (Phase 1) to finish this year.
- 300-unit housing project to begin after land reclamation.
- Speech therapy services and Junior College to be established.
- Coastal protection and electricity improvements ongoing.
- Funadhoo identified as a model island for population consolidation.
Council Meeting Highlights:
- Council requested housing schemes, sports facilities, and healthcare upgrades.
- President assured full consideration and instructed ministers to follow up on all pending matters.
Komandoo
Key Outcomes:
- Discussed harbour expansion, school renovation, and sports facility development.
- President pledged to include shore protection and drainage works in the next fiscal year.
Maaun’goodhoo
Major Announcements:
- Health Centre to be upgraded to a 24-hour facility under a new extension project.
- New buildings to be constructed for:
- Council Secretariat
- Maaun’goodhoo School
- Centre for the Holy Quran
- Fitness and Recreation Centre
- Police Station
- MWSC to resume stalled water and sewerage projects.
- MTCC to expedite harbour development with resident feedback.
- Beach development and coastal protection initiatives to begin soon.
- Football grounds and mosque to be developed under 2026 budget.
Meeting Highlights:
- Council requested improvements in roads, drainage, and flood management.
- Residents appealed for recreational spaces and a larger mosque.
- President reaffirmed commitment to a citizen-first governance approach.
National Announcements Summary
- MVR 500 million each for health and education sectors in the 2026 Budget.
- Launch of PayPal and modern digital services for Maldivians.
- Government to revive stalled waste management centres in northern islands.
- Commitment to inclusive classrooms, vocational high schools, and expanded healthcare testing and surgery facilities locally.
- Daily monitoring system introduced to track project implementation and delivery.
