Naalaafushi, Meemu Atoll – President Dr Mohamed Muizzu held a meeting with the Naalaafushi Island Council, Women’s Development Committee (WDC), and local institution heads to discuss the island’s most pressing development concerns during his ongoing visit to the atoll.
The meeting took place at the Secretariat of the Meemu Atoll Council, in conjunction with the President’s visit to inaugurate Muli Airport.
Key issues raised by community representatives included the island’s inadequate water and sewerage infrastructure and the frequent power supply disruptions affecting daily life. Participants emphasized the urgency of resolving these issues to improve living conditions on the island.
Council members also welcomed the President’s remarks on the proposed causeway linking Muli and Naalaafushi. They expressed optimism that the project would spur economic growth and enable the introduction of new services, including ATM facilities and improved policing.
Community leaders extended their appreciation to President Muizzu for his continued commitment to national development efforts. The President, in turn, assured attendees that the concerns raised would be addressed. He was accompanied by Ministers who also shared updates on the projects discussed during the session.