Dhiraagu has been awarded 'Telco of the Year – Small Markets' at the Twimbit Telecom Awards 2026, the company announced, cementing its position as the Maldives’ most advanced digital service provider and highlighting its service quality internationally.
The award recognises Asian telecommunications and technology companies for pioneering innovations, driving financial progress, perfecting customer experience, and spearheading digital advancements. Competing against numerous firms serving emerging and small markets across Asia, the victory underscores Dhiraagu's pivotal industry contributions, representing a significant triumph for its efforts to shape the nation's digital future through technological innovation, enhanced network quality, and a strengthened customer experience.
"This award symbolises the steadfast progress Dhiraagu continues to achieve in delivering telecommunications services to the Maldives, the enduring trust our customers place in us, and the diligent efforts of the Dhiraagu team," Ismail Rasheed, the chief executive and managing director, said.
Ismail noted that over the past year, Dhiraagu realised a critical milestone in the telecommunications history of the Maldives by successfully completing the rollout of fibre broadband services to all inhabited islands. "Today, the opportunity to utilise comprehensive digital services has been seamlessly facilitated through mobile and high-speed fiber broadband across every populated island," he said. "Consequently, receiving this accolade this year serves as a tremendous encouragement for our ongoing initiatives and stands as a profound honour for our entire organisation."
Backed by sustainable investments, the company continues to undertake crucial initiatives aimed at bolstering the country's social and economic advancement through digital resources, working to construct a 'Digital Maldives'.