President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced a series of key development pledges focusing on infrastructure, housing, land reclamation, and budget priorities during his tour of Lhaviyani and Kaafu Atolls. The President concluded the two-day visit on Tuesday, after travelling to Naifaru, Hinnavaru, Kurendhoo, and Olhuvelifushi in Lhaviyani Atoll, as well as Kaashidhoo, Dhiffushi, and Thulusdhoo in Kaafu Atoll.
The visits provided an opportunity for local councils and communities to share their development priorities, with the President giving assurances to accelerate critical projects across the islands.
In Lhaviyani Atoll, President Muizzu pledged that the development of 100 new housing units in Hinnavaru would be included in next year’s state budget. He also announced that work to establish essential utility systems in the island’s reclaimed area would proceed swiftly. The President confirmed the termination of the agreement for a stalled housing project due to lack of progress and assured that it would be reassigned to a new contractor to ensure timely completion.
Highlighting ongoing works, President Muizzu said additional equipment and machinery will be brought in within two months to strengthen the Road Development Corporation’s (RDC) capacity, enabling road development to progress on multiple islands simultaneously. He also revealed that harbour development will continue with the construction of a raised seawall, and that WAMCO will take over waste management operations in Hinnavaru within three months. Plans for a new swimming track and sports complex were also included in next year’s budget.
During his visit to Dhiffushi in Kaafu Atoll, the President confirmed that the land reclamation project—including bund wall construction, shore protection, and seawall works—will be completed within 12 months, adding 23 hectares of new land. The reclaimed area will be used for housing, tourism, and infrastructure expansion. Several projects commenced on the island, including a waste management facility, fitness and recreation centre, multi-purpose school hall, and a new STELCO powerhouse.
In Thulusdhoo, President Muizzu pledged to resolve long-standing housing challenges and announced that new housing projects would be carried out on reclaimed land. He described Thulusdhoo as a model for successful development and population consolidation. Among the new initiatives launched were the K. Atoll Hospital building, Police Station, Fitness and Recreation Centre, new water plant, and the State Utility Skills Academy developed by STELCO.
The President also confirmed that the upcoming 2026 national budget, to be submitted before 1 November, will prioritise healthcare and local government development.
