President Mohamed Nasheed has said that the government always aims at strengthening religious faith among the people, and that strong faith is crucial to implement better national development in the country. The President made this remark speaking at the foundation laying ceremony of Haa Alifu Maarandhoo Friday Mosque.
In his speech, the President assured that the government will never make use of religion as a political tool, and that all religious affairs were carried out according to the guidance provided by religious scholars.
During his visit to Haa Alifu Kelaa last evening, the President met with the Kelaa Island Council, and discussed with the members, ways to improve decentralised governance in the islands.
The President also met with the Ihavandhoo, Maarandhoo and Thakandhoo island councils today. Discussions were mainly focused on improving public healthcare in the islands.
