President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has designated Kudadhoo Falhu and two lagoons, identified as RF1329 and RF1330, as part of Omadhoo in South Ari Atoll.
The decision, made in line with the President’s earlier pledge, is aimed at facilitating development initiatives expected to generate economic opportunities for the local community, particularly in the tourism sector.
This change was formalised through Presidential Decree No. 26/2025, which amends Decree No. 2/2025 that defines the inhabited islands of the Maldives. The amendment was made under the authority of the Decentralisation Act (Law No. 7/2010), and the updated list of inhabited islands was published in the Government Gazette on 5 February 2025.
The inclusion of Kudadhoo Falhu and the two lagoons under Omadhoo is anticipated to support integrated local development efforts and contribute to the island’s long-term economic growth.
