President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has pledged to enhance the risk allowance for employees operating in high-risk environments. He made the commitment during the "Raees ge Javaab" series; an initiative facilitating direct public engagement with the President on pertinent issues.
Aminath Nathasha voiced her concerns to the President regarding the absence of risk allowances for individuals engaged in high-risk roles within certain government entities.
In response, President Dr. Muizzu emphasised the diverse nature of government-owned enterprises, highlighting the necessity for addressing risk-related considerations within each company's corporate framework.
Drawing upon the example of the Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC), the President noted distinctions between roles such as harbor construction and labor-intensive tasks, juxtaposed against those involving minimal exposure to outdoor or hazardous environments. President Dr. Muizzu committed to working towards implementing a comprehensive risk allowance system, aiming for inclusivity across a broader spectrum of individuals in the future.
Despite the demanding work conditions experienced by employees of government entities such as MTCC, Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) and Waste Management Corporation (WAMCO) disparities persist in the provision of appropriate risk allowances across different companies.