{"id":16526,"date":"2026-02-03T23:39:54","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T18:39:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mbt.mv\/?p=16526"},"modified":"2026-02-04T00:46:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T19:46:37","slug":"hdc-opens-applications-for-ramadan-market-stalls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mbt.mv\/?p=16526","title":{"rendered":"HDC opens applications for Ramadan Market stalls"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Housing Development Corporation (HDC) on Tuesday, has opened applications for stalls at the special Ramadan Market.<\/p>\n<p>The market has been established in Hulhumale&#8217; Phase 2, and according to HDC&lt; will be part of several initiatives aimed at preparing for the upcoming Islamic holy month.<\/p>\n<p>HDC adds the primary objective is to ensure convenient access to essential food items for Hulhumale&#8217; residents.<\/p>\n<p>Stalls will be given free of charge with no rental fees. 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