President Dr Mohamed Waheed has today officially opened Ameenee Magu of Kulhudhuffushi Island, following the completion of its construction as part of the Kulhudhuffushi Road Development Project. The Kulhudhuffushi Road Development Project was launched by the President on 1 February 2013.
Speaking at the ceremony, the President expressed his gratification over the completion of the 1.7 km road, noting that it was a historical milestone for the people of the island. Highlighting the brief interruption of the project which occurred due to conflict among the people on the method of road construction, the President said that today they must be thankful for, and not complain about the delay that was encountered. He also expressed hopes that the development of the remaining roads of Kulhudhuffushi would be completed soon.
The construction of Ameenee Magu of Kulhudhuffushi was undertaken by the Maldives Road Development Corporation, with Ruhunu Development Contractors and Engineers of Sri Lanka.