Main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) last night held a major demonstration opposing government actions last night.
Hundreds of MDP supporters marched around capital Male' City last night from 8.30 pm until 11pm, marking the largest opposition demonstration held since the start of this administration.
MDP Protest.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru
Protesters wave placards with anti-government sentiments in the walk that began from the Artificial Beach, with loud chants of slogans condemning government actions.
The demonstration, joined by several leaders of the previous administration and current parliament members called for the resignation of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and some cabinet ministers.
The gathering concluded peacefully, with no altercations between protesters and other members of the public or the Police seen guarding the streets as the congregation marched through the city.
MDP Protest.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru
As the march concluded, MDP Chairperson Fayyaz Ismail stated that the march demonstrated that Maldivian citizens are ready to do anything required to change the administration.
He said that MDP is forced to take to the streets again as the incumbent administration is working to take away the rights and freedoms secured by the citizens through major sacrifices including injury and loss of life.
He declared that the rights of Maldivians must be protected even if it has to be achieved through bringing changes to the Constitution.
"We need to guarantee another way through the Constitution. In the coming days, MDP will work towards changing the government and to secure people's rights and freedoms through the Constitution," he stated.
MDP Protest.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru
Fayyaz announced that a series of demonstrations will be organized until the government changes its ways.
The marched stopped at several locations around Male' where protesters raised their voices against the government, before concluding back at the Artificial Beach.