The Vice President has met with members of the Fuvahmulah City Council during his current trip to Addu City islands and Fuvahmulah City.
The meeting took place at the Fuvahmulah City Council today, where members of the council discussed some of the major issues and concerns pertinent to the island’s governance and socio-economic progress. The Councillors also shared their constituent's most urgent concerns on important subjects such as waste management, water and sewerage, road development as well as improvements to facilities such as healthcare, electricity network and upgrading and relocation of the powerhouse. The Councillors also reported that they would like to improve the cohesion between the council's development plans and government policy, and also noted financial shortages that need to be addressed to bring those plans to fruition and requested a solution for easier acquisition and transportation of aggregates for industrial developments.
Speaking to the Councillors, the Vice President noted that it is this administration's policy to regard the viewpoints and recommendations from Councillors and their constituents as important advice while creating policies and development programs that affect their socio-economic status. Accordingly, the Vice President stated that he would present the concerns to the relevant line ministries and institutions to find pertinent solutions.
The Vice President also visited and met with the senior officials and teachers at Gn. Atoll Education Centre, where he listened to the recommendations and concerns regarding the operations and future of the centre. During this meeting, the Vice President reiterated the government's commitment to the education sector, noting that the largest segment of the government budget has also been allocated for education and training of Maldivians. He also beseeched all educators to help their students nurture honourable conduct and teach them important life skills and crafts in addition to their academic schooling.
During his visit, the Vice President also toured the Fuvahmulah Hospital and the road development project ongoing at the island.
