President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has visited ten inhabited islands of North Miladhunmadulu Atoll as part of his four-day tour that began Monday. During his meetings with Island Councils, Women’s Development Committees (WDCs), and community members, the President announced a series of major projects in health, education, housing, and transport, reaffirming his commitment to ensure equitable development across all islands.
He is accompanied by Cabinet Ministers and senior government officials, with visits scheduled to continue in four remaining islands of the atoll.
SH. Noomaraa
Key Announcements:
- Laboratory testing facilities to be established on all inhabited islands by end of 2026.
- Noomaraa to receive a new health laboratory, harbour docking area, and designated swimming zone.
- 2026 Budget to include modern football ground, volleyball court, and multi-purpose school hall.
- Powerhouse relocation to be completed before next Ramadan.
- Measures to resolve prolonged RTL ferry route issues.
President’s Remarks:
President Muizzu said strengthening the health sector remains one of his top national priorities, assuring that each island will soon have full laboratory testing capability. He emphasised, “All development projects in Noomaraa will be carried out efficiently and in line with community needs.”
Projects Initiated:
Construction began on the Noomaraa Fitness and Recreation Centre, a new police station, a mosque, and the Council Secretariat building.
SH. Kan’ditheemu
Key Announcements:
- Expansion of Kan’ditheemu Health Centre to a two-storey, 20-bed facility.
- Foundation laid for Bank of Maldives branch, to be completed by March 2026.
- New contracts signed for comprehensive road development and coastal protection projects.
- Construction launched for a Fitness and Recreation Centre and Police Station.
- Modern football pitch upgrade included in next year’s Budget.
President’s Remarks:
The President said the health centre expansion marks “a step towards transforming Kan’ditheemu into a regional healthcare hub.” He also reaffirmed the Administration’s commitment to extending essential services to newly reclaimed areas.
SH. Goidhoo
Key Announcements:
- Construction of new two-storey, 20-bed Health Centre to begin this year.
- Goidhoo School’s eight-classroom building to be completed before the next academic year.
- 2026 Budget to include new football ground, volleyball, and handball courts.
- Support pledged to agricultural community and coastal protection initiatives.
President’s Remarks:
Highlighting the importance of education and healthcare, President Muizzu said, “All agreed projects will proceed as planned, with full focus on timely completion.”
SH. Bileiyfahi
Key Announcements:
- Bileiyfahi Airport development to be completed within 30 months, led by MACL.
- Water and sewerage systems to be prioritised.
- Waste management project to be revived.
- 2026 Budget to fund handball and volleyball courts, and a modern football stadium.
- Expansion of Health Centre to offer 16-hour service this year.
President’s Remarks:
“The Government’s development will move forward without hesitation,” the President said, stressing that national progress must reach all citizens. He reiterated his Administration’s success in debt restructuring and fiscal recovery, underscoring that “true decentralisation requires listening directly to the people.”
SH. Feydhoo
Key Announcements:
- Stalled school project and multipurpose hall to resume immediately.
- 24-hour health services to begin soon; staff expansion and facility extension approved.
- Agreements signed for coastal protection and road modernisation.
- New Police Station, Council Secretariat, and Handball Court to be established this year.
- Relocation of powerhouse to commence.
President’s Remarks:
He assured residents that education and healthcare in Feydhoo will receive “the highest development priority,” adding that the island is part of the nationwide Police Station Programme and upcoming Council Secretariat projects under Chinese grants.
SH. Feevah
Key Announcements:
- Government to restart stalled waste management projects across 20 northern islands, including Feevah.
- New school building, Fitness and Recreation Centre, and Police Station construction launched.
- 2026 Budget to allocate funds to upgrade Health Centre to 24-hour service.
- MTCC assigned to develop muddy housing plot area.
President’s Remarks:
The President emphasised, “If progress on Feevah’s health centre does not advance within two weeks, the contract will be reassigned,” signalling a firm stance on delays in essential projects.
SH. Foakaidhoo
Key Announcements:
- Road modernisation project launched.
- Resident doctor to be appointed; new Health Centre construction next year.
- New school building and housing schemes planned for 2026.
- Futsal and handball courts to be built.
- Development of beach access areas and coastal protection assigned to MTCC.
- Physical works commenced on Police Station and Islamic Centre.
President’s Remarks:
The President said the new projects reflect “pledges made directly to the people,” reaffirming his administration’s resolve to deliver them as promised.
SH. Komandoo
Key Announcements:
- Komandoo Airport to be completed and operational within 30 months.
- Housing project of 50 units to begin in early 2026.
- Dialysis services to begin before end of this year.
- Water and sewerage project to resume.
- School renovation and Indoor Sports Complex to begin next year.
- 30-tonne ice plant development agreement signed.
President’s Remarks:
Highlighting the importance of economic diversification, the President announced that PayPal access for Maldivians will launch through Ooredoo Fintech in 2026, stating, “Expanding access to global payment platforms will empower our creative economy.”
SH. Narudhoo
Key Announcements:
- Sewerage system to restart in November, managed by Fenaka Corporation.
- Harbour expansion approved to “maximum possible extent.”
- New school building and multipurpose hall to begin this year.
- Football field upgrade, futsal renovation, and handball court in 2026 Budget.
- Health Centre to extend services to 16 hours by next year.
President’s Remarks:
“The Government will do all that is necessary to ensure safe harbours and essential services for Narudhoo residents,” the President said, reaffirming his swift-action approach.
SH. Milandhoo
Key Announcements:
- Milandhoo Airport and harbour development to be completed within 30 months.
- Land reclamation of 40 hectares within eight months.
- 50 housing units, road development phase 2, and Sports Complex launched.
- Hospital (30-bed), Islamic Centre, and Police Station inaugurated.
- Passport issuance services introduced on the island.
- X-ray services to begin this year; WAMCO services to start January 2026.
- Public Works Unit to be based in Milandhoo for atoll-wide infrastructure support.
President’s Remarks:
He said, “Today marks a pivotal milestone in Milandhoo’s comprehensive development,” reaffirming the Administration’s commitment to sustainable progress across the atoll.
SH. Maroshi
Key Announcements:
- Health Centre to offer 24-hour services from next year.
- 14.5 hectares of land to be reclaimed to address land shortage.
- Road development project to include new connecting routes.
- New multipurpose school hall and air-conditioning for all classrooms under 2026 Budget.
President’s Remarks:
President Muizzu assured residents that “no project in Maroshi will be left incomplete,” reaffirming his pledge for timely delivery and sustainable development.
