President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has broken ground for the Darul Salaam Waqf building in Hulhumalé. He was accompanied by the Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dr Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed, at the ceremony held at Hulhumalé Plot No. 11646, the designated site for the development.
The project – a 12-storey building spanning 20,000 square feet – has been awarded to Rasheed Carpentry and Construction (RCC). Valued at MVR 244.5 million, the building is scheduled for completion within two years.
This initiative follows the commencement of the second Waqf building, Darul Arqam, whose foundation-laying ceremony was held on 20 November 2025.
Beyond the Greater Malé Region, the Government has announced plans to expand Waqf facilities to Addu, Fuvahmulah City, Huvadhuatholhu and Thiladhunmathi. Revenue generated from these developments will be directed towards programmes that support and promote Islamic unity nationwide.
Several senior Government officials and Cabinet Ministers attended the ceremony.
