President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced a series of development projects during his ongoing tour of Vaavu, Meemu, Faafu, and Thaa Atolls, where he is scheduled to visit all 31 inhabited islands across the four atolls.
In Vaavu Atoll, where the tour began, the President inaugurated harbour development works in Fulidhoo and confirmed that 12 hectares of land would be reclaimed in conjunction with the project, subject to community approval. He noted that reclamation would begin next year once residents formally endorse the initiative. Alongside the harbour works, he announced that a US dollar ATM will be installed on the island by March 2026 and inaugurated the expansion of Fulidhoo Health Centre into a 20-bed facility.
During meetings with island councils and communities, additional requests were made for expanded healthcare staffing, upgrades to school infrastructure, and the introduction of more sports facilities. Agreements were signed for the construction of a volleyball court in Fulidhoo, with work on a futsal ground scheduled to begin later this year.
On Thinadhoo, the President pledged a sustainable solution to the island’s harbour needs and inaugurated ATM services, while also committing to install a US dollar ATM before March 2026.
At Felidhoo, the President launched National Identity Card and passport issuance services, marking the completion of ID card rollout across all atolls. He highlighted this as a key step in decentralising services and reducing reliance on Malé. He also announced that construction of a 30-bed hospital will commence on the island, alongside plans for a new school building, a multi-purpose indoor sports complex, and a 12-hectare land reclamation project scheduled for next year.
In addition, he reiterated the Government’s commitment to expanding the sea ambulance fleet and providing essential services across Felidhe Atoll.
The President is accompanied by Cabinet ministers and senior government officials on the eight-day trip. The visits are part of his pledge to tour all atolls and directly engage with councils and residents to address development priorities.
