President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced plans to upgrade the Maabaidhoo Health Centre to provide 24-hour services starting next year.
He made the announcement during a community meeting in Maabaidhoo, held as part of his ongoing visit to the inhabited islands of Hadhdhunmathi. The President added that the 2026 national budget will include funding to recruit the additional staff required to operate the centre around the clock.
Although several inauguration and groundbreaking ceremonies scheduled in L. Maabaidhoo were cancelled due to heavy rainfall — including the inauguration of a Bank of Maldives ATM, the commencement of physical works for a 25-tonne ice plant, and the groundbreaking for a branch of the Centre for the Holy Qur’an and a Fitness and Recreation Centre — the President reassured the public that all initiatives would proceed as planned.
Recognising the need for continued development, President Dr Muizzu affirmed that his Administration will address Maabaidhoo’s electricity challenges through the expedited installation of a new generator. The President further announced that the construction of the Police Station is scheduled to begin this year.
Agreements for three significant development projects in Maabaidhoo were formalised at the community meeting. The scope of the agreements includes the Maabaidhoo shore protection project, the construction of a multi-purpose hall at Laamu Atoll School, and the comprehensive development of the island's football ground.
Furthermore, President Dr Muizzu presented a commemorative plaque from the Bank of Maldives to the Maabaidhoo Island Council.
Regarding the implementation timeline, the President assured that all signed projects are scheduled to commence soon, with some initiatives expected to be completed within a one-year timeframe. He reaffirmed the Administration's steadfast commitment to delivering on its promises to the island's community.