Ehthigili in Raa Atoll has been removed from the jurisdiction of Alifushi Island Council by a presidential decree.
Ehthigili was removed from Alifushi Council’s jurisdiction in accordance with the regulations on the jurisdiction of local councils implemented in 2020. Minister of Tourism Dr. Abdulla Mausoom previously said that 10 hectares of the land being reclaimed in the Alifushi lagoon will be designated for resort development in Ehthigili. The two islands are connected by the lagoon. Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) is reclaiming over 50 hectares in Alifushi to develop an airport and reclaim land for residents.
The previous administration had also announced its decision to develop a resort in Ehthigili, but did not begin any field work.