First Lady Madam Sajidha Mohamed has highlighted the importance of wealth, well-being, and mental health, strengthening spiritual harmony, emphasising that the true fortress of happiness is a heart beamed with faith.
She made the remark at the launch of the 'Happiness Index,' an initiative by the Ministry of Cities, Local Government, and Public Works to measure the happiness of Maldivians.
The First Lady highlighted that happiness is inherent to every person, and even in times of adversity, people possess a natural capacity to return to a state of happiness.
The First Lady emphasised that the concept of happiness is a compelling subject, and as Muslims, the Holy Quran guides believers to attain true peace and happiness through the remembrance of Allah, through the acceptance of life's blessings and challenges. She further highlighted that spiritual prosperity necessitates a strong relationship with the Creator and a deep commitment to upholding human values.
At the launch of the 'Happiness Index', the First Lady unveiled the official logo of the country's 'Happiness Index'.
The Islamic University of Maldives (IUM) has been appointed as the research partner for the project launched by the Ministry of Cities, Local Government, and Public Works to measure the happiness of Maldivians. This initiative represents the first time a project has been established to assess the nation's happiness rate, with the creation of an official framework to evaluate the well-being of the population.
On the occasion, members from various sectors of society shared their interpretations of happiness. Senior citizens, students, widows, differently-abled individuals, and youth contributed their perspectives. Additionally, a special song made for the 'Happiness Index' was featured during the event.
The Administration of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu initiated the process of establishing a 'Happiness Index' to measure the well-being of the people of the Maldives during the first year of his presidential term. The development of the country's 'Happiness Index' is progressing actively, with consideration given to internationally recognised 'best practice' standards.
