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President discusses development plans in Naavaidhoo

President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has held discussions on the developmental plans in Naavaidhoo, Haa Dhaalu Atoll and the affairs of its residents. He held the discussions during a meeting with the Naavaidhoo Island Council.

During the meeting, the council members discussed topics including harbour expansion, water and sewerage, land reclamation, and coastal protection projects, in addition to the need for tourism development closer to the island. The council members also discussed challenges posed due to space constraints in the council's secretariat, health centre and school. They went on to note staff shortages at the health centre and at the council secretariat. They also discussed the need for a volleyball stadium and other requirements for the socio-economic development of the island.

Speaking with the council members, President Solih briefed them on the latest ongoing developmental projects and plans for the island. Highlighting the concerns raised by the council members, the president assured them the administration would work towards addressing them, especially staff shortage issues.