President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has arrived in Velidhoo Island of South Miladhummadulu Atoll this evening, as part of his current visit to some islands of North Maalhosmadulu Atoll and South Miladhummadulu Atoll.

Upon arrival, the President was warmly welcomed by the island's community.

During the visit the President will initiate the services of sewerage system, inaugurate clean water services, and mark the completion of shore protection project in the island.

Prior to the visit to Velidhoo, the President inaugurated the harbour in Innamaadhoo Island and Inguraidhoo Island this morning, attended the ceremony held to mark the completion of road development project in Meedhoo Island this afternoon and inaugurated Maafaru island’s airport and harbor this evening. The President also visited Maduvvari Island today.

  Yesterday, President Yameen initiated the services of sewerage system in Alifushi Island, initiated the services of water and sewerage system in Hulhudhuffaaru Island and visited Ungoofaaru Island, and Dhuvaafaru Island.

 As part of this tour, President Yameen is also scheduled to visit Kendhikulhudhoo Island tomorrow.