President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has assured that the preservation and development of Madivaru lagoon will be carried out for the benefit of AA. Rasdhoo residents, emphasising that this remains a core objective of his Administration. He made the remarks during his visit to the island as part of his tour of the Atoll.
In his address, the President reiterated his pledge to preserve and develop the Madivaru lagoon as both a potential tourist spot and a space for general community use. As part of the initiative, he announced that geobags would be installed to strengthen the shoreline, alongside the development of picnic areas and local tourism facilities. He further noted that 200 hectares designated as part of the island would be reclaimed to provide land for residential and industrial purposes. The reclamation project, he said, would commence once the harbour development and lagoon projects reach completion.
The President also stressed that the Administration would prioritise resolving the challenges around the harbour project. In this regard, he emphasised that technical and engineering expertise will be sought to deliver a sustainable solution, assuring residents that a comprehensive resolution would be achieved.
At today’s ceremony, three major development agreements for Rasdhoo were signed. These include the development of Rasdhoo Sports Complex, the construction of a three-storey building for the AA Atoll Education Centre, and a road development project. On the latter, the President noted that the project will be designed to meet the demands created by local tourism and other development initiatives, in line with the aspiration of the residents.
President Dr Muizzu highlighted the new school building as a key initiative for the island, adding that once completed, it would include a skills lab, computer lab, prayer room, library, and a multipurpose hall; all facilities that would help alleviate current space constraints.
The President further announced that the construction of a new mosque will commence once a suitable plot of land has been allocated. Additionally, he revealed that a 10,000-square-foot area, currently part of the Police Station, would be transferred to the Council. This land, he explained, would be repurposed for commercial use by the community, adding that the prime location would enable the Council to utilise it effectively for the benefit of residents.