President Dr Mohamed Waheed has assured that no charge would be taken from the people for services from regional hospitals and health centres. He made this statement while speaking to the people of Hirilandhoo of Thaa atoll about the universal health insurance scheme - Aasandha with.
Noting that there were some cases of corruption in the Aa-sandha programme, President said it would not be possible to provide adequate services to the people without controlling such corruption. He further expressed confidence that Aa-sandha would be redesigned in a sustainable manner.
He said the government was firm in its resolve to uphold the rule of law and to treat all citizens equally. He also reassured that the government would continue all the allowances given to the people by the state. He further called on all people to work for national interest, regardless of their political views.