Bank of Maldives (BML) has announced the opening of a fish cutting platform in Bodufolhudhoo, Alifu Alifu Atoll with the support of the BML Community Fund programme. The project was initiated by Revolutionary Bodufolhudhoo Generation.
The platform is designed to be used during the day and night and is equipped with 8 stations supplying clean water and also has a storage unit adjacent to the area. The platform is established to be used by the local fishermen and is easily accessible to be used by the local community as well.
Commenting on the project, President of Revolutionary Bodufolhudhoo Generation Ibrahim Naseem stated the island has a large fishing community, and many others from nearby islands visit to sell frozen and fresh fish. Naeem said the islanders all gather at the harbour and the waste is thrown to the dustbins in the area as there is no dedicated space to cut fish. The project proposal was submitted to find a solution to the issue, he said.
To successfully complete the project with BML, other sponsors, club members, and volunteers helped to fund the project. The Community Fund is a programme to empower individuals and non-governmental organisations to contribute to their community.